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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...

At Zappy’s we are in the car wash business, but we are also and most importantly in the people business. It has become one of our goals for the year to continue to bring you regular blogs that help educate and hopefully entertain you as a respectful car owner along the way. In this week’s blog post, we are going to dive right in and give you some signs and symptoms you should be looking for if you think your alternator may be dying. If you think yours might be at its final stages, we are here for you.  Metallic...

Whether you drive a shiny new one, or a dented old one - no car is worthy of rolling around town with unnecessary scrapes or scratches for all to see. You may know how they appear, or they might just come out of seemingly nowhere. Scrapes and scratches on your favorite set of wheels are nobody's favorite and can quickly become a headache that nobody wants to mess with.  Did you know that there is a difference between scratch removers and polishing compounds? According to TurtleWax.com, “Differences in the formulation. Scratch and Swirl Remover products, in general, have similar performance...

It’s no secret that when we make the plunge to purchase a new or used vehicle, we are often trading in or forking over a good chunk of change in order to walk away with a fresh set of wheels. With any expensive purchase, it’s ideal that you can do everything you can to get your money’s worth. In this week’s blog, our team at Zappy’s outlines 3 quick tips that will help lengthen the lifespan of your car.  Tip #1: Utilize your owner’s manual!  It’s not the most fascinating book by any means, but it really is a fantastic...

The dog days of summer have arrived at our doorstep. Does it seem like we’ve all been cooped up in our homes and neighborhoods for forever? If so, you aren’t alone. In fact, millions of American’s are hitting the road and taking off on a summer roadtrip with friends and family in hopes of catching some waves or simply just a breath of fresh air. Chances are, if you have been working from home - your car has been sitting in the driveway. We highly encourage you to be proactive and take these few precautions to make sure you don’t...