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As winter fades and spring emerges in Hollidaysburg, PA, it’s time to give your vehicle the attention it needs after months of battling snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. At Fiore Volkswagen, we want to help you keep your car running smoothly and efficiently as the seasons change. Follow these essential spring maintenance tips to prevent costly repairs and ensure a safe, comfortable ride. 1. Replace Worn Wiper Blades Winter’s harsh conditions can leave your windshield wipers cracked and ineffective. With spring showers on the way, swapping them out now will ensure you maintain clear visibility during rainy days. 2. Inspect Your Tires Fluctuating temperatures can cause tire pressure changes, leading to uneven wear and reduced fuel efficiency. Check your tire pressure, inspect the tread depth, and consider a realignment if you notice uneven wear. If you switched to winter tires, now is the time to swap them out for all-season or summer tires for better performance in warmer weather. 3. Check Your Brakes Your brakes endure extra strain during winter due to icy roads and salt exposure. If you hear squealing, grinding, or feel vibrations when braking, it’s time for an inspection. Even if everything seems fine, a professional brake check ensures your stopping power is at its best. 4. Test Your Battery Cold weather can drain your car battery, making it less effective. Spring is the perfect time to test your battery’s strength and replace it if necessary to avoid being stranded unexpectedly. 5. Make Sure Your A/C is Ready With warmer days ahead, you don’t want to be caught without air conditioning. Test your A/C now to ensure it’s cooling properly, and check refrigerant levels for maximum efficiency before summer heat arrives. 6. Change Your Oil and Fluids Cold temperatures can cause oil to thicken, reducing your engine’s efficiency. An oil change is a simple yet critical step in keeping your engine running smoothly. Also, check other essential fluids like coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid to keep your vehicle in top shape. 7. Give Your Car a Deep Clean Winter salt, dirt, and grime can lead to corrosion and damage your vehicle’s paint and undercarriage. A thorough wash—inside and out—will help protect your car’s exterior while also removing allergens from the interior for a fresher drive this spring. Get Your Volkswagen Spring-Ready at Fiore Volkswagen At Fiore Volkswagen, we’re here to help you transition your vehicle from winter to spring with expert service and maintenance. Schedule an appointment with our certified technicians to ensure your Volkswagen is in peak condition for the season ahead. Stay ahead of potential issues and enjoy a worry-free spring drive through Hollidaysburg and beyond. Contact us today or visit our service center at Fiore Volkswagen to get started!

Looking to save on your next vehicle service? Fiore Volkswagen has you covered! Our July Service Specials offer a great way to save on whatever maintenance your vehicle might need. From oil changes and tire rotations to brake repairs and more, we can help you get your car ready for your next summer adventure! And with our convenient online scheduling tool, it's easy to book a service appointment that fits your schedule. So don't wait, take advantage of Fiore Volkswagen’s Service Specials today! Fiore Volkswagen’s July Service Specials: Synthetic Oil Change For Only $94.99* Tire Rotation For Only $19.95* Make Your Discount Spend $50-$100…Save $5* Spend $101-$200…Save $15* Spend $201-$400…Save $30* Spend $401-$600…Save $50* Spend $601-$800…Save $75* Spend $801& UP…Save $100* And MANY MORE OEM Offers! *All offers expire 7/31/2024. For more information check out our Service Specials Page.

Summer's not over yet, and we bet you still have a few more road adventures lined up before bidding farewell to summer '23. However, after all those miles, your vehicle could use some well-deserved care. Even if your summer journeys were minimal, keeping up with routine maintenance is essential, especially as we transition into fall. Many of us schedule fall service to prepare for winter, but beat the rush and prepare your ride now to skip the wait later. With winter ahead, ensuring your vehicle's reliability for all your travels is a must. The good news? Our August specials are here, offering you substantial savings on service. Don't miss out on this chance to get your Volkswagen in prime condition. Visit Fiore Volkswagen today and give your vehicle the attention it deserves! Fiore Volkswagen’s August Service Specials: Synthetic Oil Change For Only $94.99* Tire Rotation For Only $19.95* Make Your Discount Spend $50-$100…Save $5* Spend $101-$200…Save $15* Spend $201-$400…Save $30* Spend $401-$600…Save $50* Spend $601-$800…Save $75* Spend $801& UP…Save $100* And MANY MORE OEM Offers! *All offers expire 08/31/2023. For more information check out our Service Specials Page!

You’re headed out to work or to meet up with your friends and you see something leaking out of your car! You start to panic and think that you’re going to be late or have to take your vehicle in to have it serviced! Well, don’t worry that’s not always the case! Check out Fiore Volkswagen’s color guide to your vehicles leaking fluid so you can diagnose the issue with ease! And in the unfortunate event that the leak is something serious, conveniently schedule your service appointment at Fiore Volkswagen’s Service Center today! Fiore Volkswagen’s Color Guide To Fluid Leaks Clear: This is usually water from the air conditioning building up excess condensation and resulting in puddles of water underneath your vehicle. Unless this problem persists in great quantities, you’ve got nothing to worry about! Yellow, Green, or Pink: Due to their bright colors, these leaks are usually easy to spot. If your vehicle is an older model and there are only a few spots here and there it’s not something to worry about. But, if there are larger puddles of this fluid or your vehicle is newer, this coolant shouldn’t be dripping any excess liquids so it might be a good idea to bring it in to a professional. Orange: If there is orange/reddish-brown fluid leaking from the center of your vehicle, it could be transmission fluid. However, rust from your radiator mixing with an antifreeze leak can appear orange-ish as well, but can leak from multiple spots so placement is a key determining factor with this one. Red(ish): Power steering fluid appears red in color with a thin texture and will leak from under the front part of your car. If this is the case, there is an issue with the power steering pump and you should seek out a service professional. Light yellow to dark brown: Brake fluid starts out as a clear/yellow color and as it ages it becomes dark brown, similar to motor oil. Distinguish between the two by dipping your finger in it. If the fluid feels slippery, it’s likely brake fluid. If this is the case, your vehicle is not safe to drive and you’re going to want to have it towed it in for repair as soon as possible. Light brown to black: If the fluid leaking from your vehicle is a brownish/black color with an iridescent hue, chances are its motor oil. This can leak from various spots of your vehicle and won’t stop your vehicle dead, but it means that there is an ongoing issue and you should bring your vehicle in for a professional examination

Summer is wrapping up and after all of that summer travel, your vehicle might be in need of some well-deserved TLC. Lucky for you it’s a new month and here at Fiore Volkswagen that means it’s time for us to give you some brand new service specials, and we are confident that there is something for everyone! With fall right around the corner, right now is the perfect time for you to get your vehicle ready for the harsh winter weather that will be here before we know it. So, take a peek at our offers below, and if you see something that meets your vehicle’s needs, schedule a service appointment for whenever works best for you! Fiore Volkswagen’s August Service Specials: Synthetic Oil Change For Only $79.95* Tire Rotation For Only $19.95* Make Your Discount Spend $50-$100…Save $5* Spend $101-$200…Save $15* Spend $201-$400…Save $30* Spend $401-$600…Save $50* Spend $601-$800…Save $75* Spend $801& UP…Save $100* And MANY MORE OEM Offers! *All offers expire 8/31/2022. For more information check out our Service Specials Page.

We tend to think of getting our cars towed as something that happens if we make a parking mistake, or if we get too many tickets. So, generally, we think of tow trucks as our enemies and try to stay as far away from them as possible. But what happens if we need a tow? When you Google search “getting car towed,” there are a lot of questions and answers about getting your vehicle out of impound or paying off tickets and the like. There’s not so much about what happens if you break down and need to call for a tow that you actually want, as opposed to some dark midnight operation by the forces of the Law. So, please read on - in this blog are some answers about what you should do if you need to call for a tow, and how to prepare both yourself and your vehicle for that event. First things first - if your vehicle breaks down, make sure you’re all the way to the side of the road or as far from any traffic as you can be. Make sure your hazard lights are on, and if you have cones, flags, or any other indicators in your vehicle, put them out. Gather everything you’ll need from your vehicle - not just your stuff, but the registration and insurance paperwork as well as your driver’s license and any roadside assistance membership information, like AAA. These are important to have out, especially when calling for a tow - programs like AAA have their own towing and maintenance vehicles and can be called directly to help, so you’ll need your membership information for that. If you don’t have a roadside assistance membership, you can call your automaker if your car is still under warranty or your insurance provider, if your insurance includes roadside assistance. If you don’t have any of these, Google can be your friend. Make sure you have information for this saved for the future, though… and maybe consider enrolling in something like AAA. Now, you wait. Think of where you want your car towed to - your preferred garage or perhaps your dealership - so that you can tell the tow truck driver when they arrive. It might be a while, so make sure you have something to occupy yourself in the meantime. Don’t let anyone besides the tow truck driver or the police approach your vehicle! When the driver arrives, they’ll guide you through the towing process and might offer you a lift to where you want your vehicle towed to, unless you’ve called someone else to pick you up. From there, your vehicle just needs to get fixed by the people you’ve taken it too. We hope this article has helped you out - towing doesn’t have to be a scary or expensive process if you know what you’re doing. Fiore Volkswagen Can Pick You Up