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We’re going to be talking about the ethics of automotive repair. It seems like news outlets really like hit-and-run reporting; they hit everyone from groceries stores to retail to physicians. And the Alberta automotive service and repair industry hasn’t been given a pass either. Unfortunately, every profession in Alberta has some bad actors that hurt […]
We’ve all seen drivers do crazy things while driving to or from Alberta. A guy shaving in the rear-view mirror, a woman applying makeup, people talking on their phones, texting or drinking from an enormous coffee mug. It’s a wonder we even dare drive on Okotoks roads. The truth is that all of us are […]
All Okotoks pilots have checklists for every aspect of flying. They always use their checklists even if they only have two steps on them. They do this simply because a checklist is a great way to not forget steps. It is also how they can assure a predictable outcome. That is why Alberta automotive service […]
We find that a lot of Alberta drivers are a little tentative when they talk with their automotive advisors. They want to ask questions but don’t want to be embarrassed or seem pushy. Vehicles are very complicated and there’s more to know about them than most of us have the time to learn. Maybe it’s because […]
When you drop your vehicle off at Lube Town, they don’t just poke around under your hood looking for stuff to do. Lube Town professionals have lists and procedures they follow for different types of service. First of all, your Calgary and Okotoks service center will note the mileage on your vehicle. They’ll then check […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_E Alberta drivers may feel intimidated when they take their vehicles to a service center. They have questions but aren’t sure how to ask. They don’t want to feel embarrassed about their lack of knowledge. They don’t want to make the service technician feel that they don’t trust him. If your service advisor at Lube […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_E A big part of the service we provide at Lube Town for our Alberta customers is education. We want you to feel confident with your service decisions. And we’re always open to questions from our valued Alberta area customers. Even though we try to be proactive in our Lube Town automotive education, we sometimes get […]
Most people in the Alberta area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards. Some of these standards are self-imposed and others, like those for emissions components, are […]
Let’s talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Alberta, Okotoks, service centers like Lube Town have a board that lists the routine services they provide. But some people don’t know what these services really are unless they ask. Let’s go down a typical list, in alphabetical order, starting with air conditioning service. Feel free at […]