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Driving Tips - Zarin Truck & Automotive | South Heights, PA

How Low Is Too Low - Let's Talk About Your Fuel Gauge

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If you drive a car, truck, or SUV that runs on gasoline, there's a good chance you’ve run it low on fuel a few times (or more than a few times,) and maybe even run out of gas completely a time or two. At Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA, we like to provide information applicable to you. Running a vehicle low on fuel is something we’re all guilty of, and most of us don’t think twice about it. But, can it be bad for your car?

How Your Speed Impacts Your Vehicle

Woman driving a vehicle

At Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA, we understand that driving style affects your vehicle’s performance and reliability. You probably know that frequent, hard acceleration is bad for your engine and transmission, but what about speed?

Is Your Vehicle Not Steering Right?

Person driving with hands on the steering wheel

Good steering is an underrated, and often neglected aspect of driving. At Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distance.

Keep Your Vehicle Running Safely

mechanic looking car over

Awareness and safety are at the top of our list of concerns here at Zarin Truck & Automotive, even more so with all the recall scare that happens in the news. We think a well-maintained car is a safe car that can also save you money in the long run. Here are our top ten tips for keeping your family safe, saving you money, and keeping your car running smoothly.

Keeping your family safe while driving

family in car with carseat

When it comes to driving with your family on board, the only thing that matters is safety. Generally, this comes down to basic safety practices, making sure you are aware of them, and practicing them every time. When it comes to vehicle safety, small steps go a long way. Here are some things to keep in mind, from Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA.

Keeping Your Kids Safe in the Vehicle

childs hand holding an adult hand

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the car. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

Looking to Improve Your Driving?

smiling driver behind the wheel

Whether you’ve been driving for five days or fifty years, there’s always room for improvement. At Zarin Truck & Automotive in [BUSINESS_CITY[, we want to keep you safe. If you firmly believe you've got stellar skills behind the wheel, keep in mind that even the world's most talented racecar drivers are constantly training and sharpening their driving techniques. 

Take care of it or high repair bills? Which do you prefer?

Oil gunked up on an engine.

We see this with our fleet customers, our regular South Heights car pool drivers and our diesel truck drivers so it isn't just one type of driver that ends up with a nightmare on their hands costing thousands of dollars to repair, asking about the costs of a JASPER replacement engine!  The fact is your driving habits and maintenance habits can easily avoid this issue!  6 EASY STEPS - Service, Tires, Don't Ignore Service Engine Lights, Keep it Clean & Stop Driving Crazy!

Terrible Gas Mileage is a Thing of the Past

inside view of gas tank of car with gas getting put inWith a few exceptions, today’s vehicles get much better gas mileage than they did even a couple of decades ago, despite getting constantly heavier and more powerful. How do they do it? Here are the points, from Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA.

The Electrical Side of Your Vehicle

battery charging on car

Charging and electrical systems, particularly on luxury and performance cars, are the most intricate and complex systems on your vehicle. It takes highly trained technicians armed with the right equipment to properly diagnose and repair electrical issues on high-end vehicles such as Porsche, Audi, BMW, MINI, VW, and Subaru. At Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights we have the technicians and the tools you need to get the job done right.

The weight of a key ring, and how it affects you

driving the car

You’ve known someone at some point that has a seemingly impossible amount of keys, keychains, and other accessories hanging from their key ring. You might even be guilty of that yourself. At [BUSINESS_ NAME] in South Heights, PA, we’ve seen our fair share of these loaded down car keys, and also the damage it can cause. Here’s what you need to know.

Tips for Better Gas Mileage

man putting fuel in car

On average, today’s vehicles get better gas mileage than ever. There are still ways to get the most out of the fuel that you put into your tank. Here are the factors that affect gas mileage, and what you can do to maximize yours, from Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA.

Tire Light On! Yes, there is a problem!

hole in 4x4 diesel truck tire

When your light comes on, it is ALWAYS important to look at the issue to see if it is a problem.  Especially if it is a light we all understand.  Tire pressure is one we all can relate to and an easy one to look at.  However, most drivers just assume the air is low in them and ignore it which is not a good idea especially when you are driving a 4x4 diesel truck off-roading and could have picked up anything and/or everything like this truck tire did. 

He looked, and immediately headed over to see our technicians here at Zarin Truck & Automotive.  

Towing with your diesel truck.

truck pulling a trailer

Is your truck used for towing? Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current setup or rig up something new, our technicians have you covered. Here’s some useful information on towing equipment, from Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA.

Travelling this weekend? Get Ready

kids traveling in the car

Travelling can be difficult, and traveling can be fun. The difference usually comes down to how much preparation you do in advance, and how many unplanned obstacles you meet along the way. A great way to avoid setbacks, mishaps, and stressful situations is to make sure your car, truck, or SUV is ready to hit the road. Here are some important points to check before travelling, from Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA.

What should you do if you blow a tire?

man frustrated leaning on car

The best way to deal with a blown tire is to prevent it from happening in the first place. However, eventually, a flat tire is going to occur, and it’ll most likely be when you least need it. From Zarin Truck & Automotive in South Heights, PA, here’s what you need to do.

Your Vehicle's Finger Print

a car with lines and details over it like a computer screen

Your Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN, is essentially your car’s fingerprint. In its entirety, it is specific only to your car. Each car has its own unique VIN number and can be decoded to provide manufacturing and identification information on any vehicle on the road. Date of manufacture, manufacturer, vehicle type, where it was made, and options such as engine and transmission type, whether a car is a two or four-door, and a multitude of other specifications can be gleaned from a VIN number. Essentially, a VIN number will tell you exactly what a car is and where it came from, without even having to see the car.

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  • Ari Fleet
  • ASE
  • B&W Trailer Hitches
  • BF Goodrich
  • Blue Ox
  • Bosch Automotive
  • Bridgestone Firestone
  • Cooper Tires
  • Centramatic
  • Cummins Diesel
  • Dayton Parts
  • Diamond Eye Performance Exhaust
  • Draw-Tite Hitches
  • Dunlop Tires
  • Duramax Diesel
  • Enterprise
  • FASS
  • Fleet Services
  • Flo Pro Performance Exhaust
  • Flowmaster
  • Goodyear
  • Ford Power Stroke Diesel
  • Hankook Tires
  • Hendrickson
  • JAMO Performance Exhaust
  • Kelly Tires
  • Magnaflow
  • Marathon Brakes
  • MBRP
  • Michelin
  • MACS
  • Motorcraft Parts
  • NAPA AutoCare Center
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  • Reese Hitches
  • RV Repair
  • State Inspection
  • Sumitomo Tires
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  • Toyo
  • Transfer Flow Tanks
  • Uniroyal
  • Valvoline
  • VP Racing

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