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The Problems with a Cream Puff (Dormant Vehicles)
You may own a vehicle that you only drive occasionally. Maybe it is a summer day cruiser, an off-roader, or vacation hauler. Here are some things you need to know about a vehicle that does...
Published on: Sep 13, 2026
The 3 Vehicle Service Items You Shouldn't Put Off
When it comes to vehicle service, a lot of people procrastinate. The reasons? Don't want to spend the money, don't have time to get it done, it's not urgent. Sound familiar? Here are the t...
Published on: May 31, 2026
Trust Your Vehicle to Us
Your vehicle is much more than a transportation appliance. It gets you to work, takes care of errands, goes on dates and vacations. You could say it’s part of the family or even a business partn...
Published on: May 10, 2026
Simple Answers from Joe's Auto for STOW: High Mileage Vehicles
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Question:What do I need to do for my high mileage vehicle?Joe's Auto Answer:
STOW drivers ask this question at Joe's Auto a lot more these days. The median age for vehicles on OH...
Published on: Feb 22, 2026
Simple Answers from Joe's Auto: Cabin Air Filter
Question
My car has a bad odor when I run the heater or air conditioner. My friend said I might need a new cabin air filter – what’s that?
Answer
A cabin air filter is a special f...
Published on: Feb 15, 2026
Joe's Auto Tech Question On Your Battery
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My name is David. For the last year and a half, I’ve had some battery problems. I had trouble starting my car, so I bought a new battery. At first everything was fine...
Published on: Dec 28, 2025
Battery Upgrades
When that car battery finally gives up the ghost and it's time to replace it, STOW drivers have options. First, let's be clear that you should always get a replacement battery that mee...
Published on: Dec 21, 2025
Do I Need AWD? (Pros and Cons of AWD)
When the cold weather rolls around and the first slippery days confront drivers, it's tempting to say, "I need an all-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive vehicle to deal with the weather." Well, may...
Published on: Nov 23, 2025