Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the car. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Mercie J Auto Care in Mesa, AZ is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

The beautiful summer weather makes for the perfect environment for people to get outside, take a walk, ride bikes, and overall become more active on the roads. While this is a great thing, those roads must be safe for the pedestrians and people on bikes. That is why it’s important to practice safe driving to create a secure environment for you and pedestrians.

At Mercie J Auto Care in Mesa, AZ, we believe it’s important for you to know how different systems in your car, truck, or SUV operate. Whether you want to know what to watch out for, or you’re just curious about how things work, we’re here to supply the answers.

Did you know that leaves can be just as slippery as ice when they are wet? That in fall the sun glare is more projecting, and frost can create icy patches on bridges? Additionally, animals are moving for migration causing unanticipated accidents? Fall is here, so when is the last time you checked your vehicle for automotive issues?

As summer arrives and temperatures continue to rise to their highest, the danger of leaving children in hot vehicles only grows. Mercie J Auto Care wants to remind you, that no matter how long one is gone, it is never okay to leave a kid in a vehicle.

Although driving may seem an easy, everyday task for most people, there are still many dangers that it imposes to every driver. That is why is it crucial that every driver utilizes safe driving habits each time they are on the road. Mercie J Auto Care understands this, and wants to make sure you're driving safely and responsibly. 

Every vehicle - whether new or old - must receive regular maintenance to keep running at peak performance. Check to see if your vehicle may be over-due for a 3,500-mile, 7,500-mile, 15,000-mile, 30,000-mile, 60,000-mile or 90,000-mile service. Mercie J Auto Care in Mesa would like to share with you the following suggested guidleines for routine maintenance. If you have any questions, or would like us to give you a hand, call or come by Mercie J Auto Care today.

After a season of bad weather when the sun comes out and it gets warmer, motorists will see more potholes on the roadways and avoiding them can be a real challenge.  IF you hit a pothole there are a couple of things you can watch for to see if your vehicle has been damaged. 

Before you make that road trip on the snow or ice make sure you’ve packed a vehicle safety kit to ensure you’re prepared for any icy emergency.

Snow and ice season is upon us – are your tires ready? Mercie J Auto Care in Mesa, AZ is here to make sure they are.