Driving is the primary form of transportation for most Americans. We rely on our cars to commute to work, school, church, and run errands. In 2020, there were more than 231,652,000 licensed drivers in the United States. With so many people on the road, it is more important than ever for drivers to be aware more…
In this episode of Tech Talk, Jon Hansen discusses keeping your car cool for the summer. Watch the video, or read the transcript below! Hey guys, I am Jon Hansen, and welcome to Tech Talk. As summer approaches, so does hot weather. There’s a lot of things you can do to keep your car cool more…
By Andy Berlin, BG Product Technical Service Representative Read time: 2.5 minutes It’s been a long cold winter, but with the arrival of warm spring weather, my mind starts thinking about outdoor fun. This means pulling trailers. Whether it’s the camper, my boat, or a trailer loaded down with ATVs, towing a trailer is taxing more…
In this episode of Tech Talk, Jon Hansen talks about engine overheating. Watch the video or read the transcript below! Hey guys, it’s Jon Hansen, and we are back with another Tech Talk. Today we will be discussing one of the reasons vehicles get towed to shops the most… overheating. The biggest cause of overheating more…
In this episode of Tech Talk, Jon Hansen talks about jump-starting your car. Watch the video or read the transcript below! Hey guys. I’m Jon Hansen back with another Tech Talk. Today we are going to be discussing how to jump-start a car. As the weather becomes colder, it becomes more common to wake up more…
By Tom Probus, BG Automotive Research Specialist There are many ways to remove ice, and despite what my friends did as teenagers, pouring hot water on your windshield is not one of them. As the temps drop, I’m using my defrost more. Sometimes, on especially cold days, it takes FOREVER for the ice to melt. more…
By Andy Berlin, BG Product Technical Service Representative I field a lot of questions from service technicians about brake fluid selection and compatibility. It’s understandable considering the variety of brake fluid types available on the market today. Brake fluids are broken down into several categories and this leads to uncertainty and confusion. So, which one more…
by Jon Hansen, Central Kansas Territory Manager, Kansas BG Read time: 2 minutes Nobody, and I mean nobody, likes it when their car squeals. It’s scary. It’s embarrassing. And, it means your car might need to go to the doctor. If you’re hearing a whining noise when you turn your steering wheel you most likely more…
by Jon Hansen, Central Kansas Territory Manager, Kansas BG Read time: 2.5 minutes Tires are pretty straightforward, right? They’re just rubber and air that keep your vehicle on the road. In truth, there’s more to tires and tire maintenance than just airing them up or changing a flat. When it comes to vehicle maintenance, most more…
By Mary Augustine, BG Customer Retention Manager Read Time: 1.5 mins There’s nothing wrong with buying a new car. But, much like when my children bring stray critters and random items inside the house, I find myself saying, “You don’t know where that thing has been” followed by, “Get that thing out of here!” It’s more…
