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Eric the Car Guy has been using his skills as a mechanic to provide car repair advice to YouTube for over half a decade. So, what does a professional mechanic say you should be doing to protect your car, and yourself, this winter?

1. Have the right tires. Your tires are what gives you traction, so it is vital to make sure you have at least 2/32 inch tread depth. Having all-season tires, snow tires, or studded tires will improve your traction as well.

2. Get your repairs and maintenance done before snow starts falling. Especially if you are…

It's the worst case scenario: you're on a steep hill when your brakes suddenly give out. You're picking up speed. What do you do?

The first thing you should do, before you've build up speed, is shift down into a lower gear. This will let the engine slow the car for you. Then, utilize your parking brake, lightly pulling on it to gradually decrease speed. Do not pull up on it sharply like you're trying to do a bootlegger's turn, because you will skid, like you're doing a bootlegger's turn.

Be sure…

Oil is the life's blood of your engine... but are you sure you've got enough of it in there?

Usually, waiting until your routine service appointment isn't too dangerous, but if your oil was too low, it can cause serious engine damage. That's the heart of your car, you know.

Checking your oil in between maintenance visits is easy, and takes less than two minutes to explain.

First, make sure your engine has been off for at least 10 minutes. When it's cool, open the hood, and find your dipstick. On most Ford vehicles, it…

Tires may be the single most important part of your car. Sure, brakes are important, and the engine is important, but you'd be going nowhere fast without tires. So how do you keep them functionally optimally for longer?

Chevrolet expert Mark explains.

Need help with maintenance? Visit LCM Used Car Center's service center for more expert advice, and to keep your car performing in peak condition.

Heading to grandma's for Thanksgiving this year? A little snow never scared us in East Petersburg, PA, but that's because we know how to prepare! Last year, AAA estimated that just over 43 million Americans traveled by car on Thanksgiving Day. This year, we want to make sure our customers are prepared for busy travel season ahead. Though we may not have as much snow as our friends in New York, it's…

The world of automotive technology is constantly advancing, which is why we like to keep all of you in the greater Lancaster area up to date with all of the latest innovations right here on our LCM Used Car blog. This way we can ensure you are getting the most out of your used car, with the most advanced technology possible.

Many of you in the greater Lancaster area may have been told in the past that washing your car in the chilly winter months can be harmful for the vehicle. However, the best way to keep your vehicle running strong is to make a few visits to the automatic car wash. Here at LCM Used Car Center we are bringing you the details as to how you can make the experience most effective.

There is no doubt about it, in the winter your car is going to get dirty and salty...

Aside from an excellent selection of used cars at 5250 Main Street in East Petersburg, LCM Used Car Center has quite a bit to offer drivers from the greater Lancaster, PA area, such as yourself. Because while we're focused on finding you the perfect vehicle, we'd also like to tell you how to get the most out of it.

Today, we'd like to pass along two winter driving tips in order to…

The experts here at LCM Used Car Center aren't just interested in helping you find a used car  that fits your needs; they want to make sure you and your used car have a long life together. Which is why we recommend keeping your headlights clean so you can be safe while driving at night.

At a glance, headlights might seem like the kind of thing that require minimum care. After all, they're…

Are you looking for a trustworth used car near Lancaster? then be sure to contact LCM Used Car Center today. While we have a complete inventory of pre owned cars, trucks and SUVS our focus is not on just the sale. We like to make sure everyone is safe on the road, prompting some tips to stay safe during the fall months.

The first thing to keep an eye out for in the fall are…