All About Your TPMS in Marion
May 26, 2024
Marion drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Iowa auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Marion drivers to tell when a radial ... More
Positive and Negative (Battery Care)
May 19, 2024
You notice when your smartphone's battery starts to go weak on you. It runs out of juice faster than it did when it was new. Bet you pay attention to that pretty closely. Unfortunately, many of us don't pay the same attention to the battery in our vehicles. If your battery got you through the c... More
What is a TPS? (Throttle Position Sensor)
May 12, 2024
You know you have an accelerator pedal; step on it and your vehicle is supposed to go. But did you know there is a part in your vehicle that keeps track of where the throttle is? It's called the Throttle Position Sensor, or TPS. The TPS is a sensor that helps your vehicle figure out the right mi... More
Problems with Suspension Solved at Blair's Ferry Automotive in Marion
May 5, 2024
A vehicle's suspension system is tough. It can last for years and after lots of driving for Marion drivers. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A workhorse vehicle one that hauls heavy ... More