Hold the Oil! (Oil Pan Gasket Replacement)
May 7, 2023
You've likely heard how important oil is to your vehicle's engine. Did you know that there's one part that's responsible for holding that oil so you can use it every day? It's called the oil pan, and it sits at the bottom of the engine. The oil pan is a vital, though simple, part of your engine's... More
Busting Automotive Myths in Jackson, Missouri
April 30, 2023
Myths passed around our Jackson, Missouri community start with a grain of evidence and are then built up with a lot of imagination and very elastic logic. And the internet is a breeding ground for automotive myths. Some bloggers recall the vehicles of yesteryear and declare their modern decedent... More
Protecting Your Vehicle from Theft in Jackson, Missouri
April 23, 2023
Every car in Jackson, Missouri, is at risk for theft. So it's up to us to make our cars a less appealing target and more of a challenge hopefully sending potential thieves to look elsewhere.The National Insurance Crime Bureau recommends a layered approach to protecting vehicles: Common sense Vi... More
The Last Gas (Fuel Pump Replacement).
April 16, 2023
You're heading down the road and you notice your vehicle is sputtering, like it's running out of gas. But the gauge show's it's still got a quarter of a tank. So what gives? It could be that your fuel pump is failing, meaning your engine is not getting enough gas to run properly. While fuel pu... More
Training Received by Technicians in Jackson, Missouri
April 9, 2023
When your vehicle breaks down in the Jackson, Missouri, area, or just needs some routine service, it can make you a little nervous. Because your vehicle's so important to your life, you need to be back on the road as soon as possible with the problem fixed right the first time.We've been checki... More
Automotive Tips from Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson: When to Replace Your Wiper Blades
April 2, 2023
There are several important factors that go into how often Jackson drivers should replace their wiper blades. Of course, the more you use your wipers, the faster the blades will wear out especially if you use them on an icy windshield. Whether its a lot of bugs and road grime from Missouri freew... More
Stay Safe in Jackson by Putting Your Cell Phone on ICE
March 26, 2023
We don't want to think about it, but each Jackson resident who drives or rides in a vehicle is potentially an accident victim. In the worst-case scenario, those people are unconscious and unable to communicate with Missouri rescue workers. Rescue workers and Jackson police are well aware of this ... More
The Right Stuff (Choosing Replacement Parts)
March 19, 2023
Let's face it. Vehicles are complicated machines, each having thousands of parts. And since they're subjected to heat, cold, vibrations, bumps and much more, these parts wear out and need to be replaced. When your service advisor says you need a new part, you may have many options. Let's say ... More
The Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson Guide to Proper Fluids for Your Vehicle
March 12, 2023
The automotive professionals at Charlie's Fast Lube Jackson would like to give Jackson drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, vehicles are becoming more sophisticated every day. Fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more spec... More
Prepare Your Windshield for Winter (Wiper Blades and Fluid for Freezing Temperatures)
March 5, 2023
Winter and freezing temperatures present challenges for different parts of your vehicles. For example, winter tires give you better traction on snow. But some parts of your vehicle that may need special attention for winter are your windshield wipers. You may have found yourself in the middle o... More