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As with tire health, it’s important that you look after and care for your tires if you want them to continue to get you from one place to another. It is important to keep an eye on your tires when stopping in for any regular scheduled maintenance and if you happen to see anything out of the ordinary on your tires and rims.  Comfort. If you aren’t sure when the last time you had your wheels aligned and or rotated, chances are it’s time. When you take small and short trips around town, do you feel every bump on the...

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Let’s start this off simple. What is pain correction? According to CeramicPro.com, “Paint correction is the process of removing minor scratches and imperfections found in the vehicle's clear coat. Using an electric polisher, a microfiber buffing pad, and a special cutting compound, the detailer or you will cut into the clear coat of a vehicle’s paint till the scratches are leveled or removed.”  Why is it important?  It’s simple. It’s no secret that small things tend to add up overtime. It’s no different with paint scratches and minor scuffs here and there. What may be a small hairline scratch one...

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When it comes to knowing a thing or two about cleaning cars, we know a thing or two. When it comes to knowing a thing or two about car maintenance and parts, our friends at Advance Auto Parts are always just a click, call, or quick walk away. In this week’s blog, we are highlighting how to best determine if the car battery needs replacing and how to go about testing it and changing it if needed and necessary.  Advance Auto Parts recommends two big steps before even thinking about replacing the battery and spending a good chunk of your...

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Welcome back to the Zappy's Blog! In this week's article, we outline and define what ceramic coating is and why it can be beneficial for you and your car! Let’s begin with the basics. What exactly is ceramic coating? Our friends at Vive-Houston.com explain what ceramic coating is in its simplest form. “Industry-grade ceramic coating is a chemical polymer solution that is applied to the exterior of a vehicle to protect it from external paint damage. Typically applied by hand, it blends with the paint of your car and creates an additional hydrophobic layer of protection.” In even a simpler form, ceramic...

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It’s hard to believe that we are already on the downhill side of 2021, as we officially turn the calendar to July. With that in mind, we want to remind you that all hardworking vehicles need care especially if you want them to last for many many years to come! In this week’s Zappy’s Blog Post, we are going to outline cleaning methods and techniques you can implement to help extend the life of your vehicle.  First Off, What Exactly Is The Purpose Of A Car Engine?  The purpose of a gasoline car engine is to convert gasoline into motion...

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