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Tire pressure may seem innocuous enough, but at R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, we know how much of a difference correct tire pressure makes. Tire pressure checks are just one of many regular service items we check when you bring your truck in for servicing, but it’s one that’s more important than you might think.

No matter what you drive, compression is important. On fleet and commercial diesel engines, it’s essential. At R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA, we have the knowledge and ability you need to keep your fleet on the road and running strong.

Travelling can be difficult, and traveling can be fun. The difference usually comes down to how much preparation you do in advance, and how many unplanned obstacles you meet along the way. A great way to avoid setbacks, mishaps, and stressful situations is to make sure your car, truck, or SUV is ready to hit the road. Here are some important points to check before travelling, from R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA.

When it comes to driving with your family on board, the only thing that matters is safety. Generally, this comes down to basic safety practices, making sure you are aware of them, and practicing them every time. When it comes to vehicle safety, small steps go a long way. Here are some things to keep in mind, from R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA.

You’ve known someone at some point that has a seemingly impossible amount of keys, keychains, and other accessories hanging from their key ring. You might even be guilty of that yourself. At [BUSINESS_ NAME] in Lacombe, LA, we’ve seen our fair share of these loaded down car keys, and also the damage it can cause. Here’s what you need to know.

Antifreeze is a fluid that’s just as important as oil to the engine in your car, truck, or SUV. You probably already know it’s essential to keeping your engine cool - but it’s important for more than one reason, and does require maintenance besides keeping it full. From R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA, here’s what you need to know about antifreeze.

Foggy headlights are a problem that has arisen in the past couple of decades, as we have moved away from glass sealed beam bulbs and into an era of plastic lenses with bulbs inside. While modern headlights are superior to the sealed beam headlights of years ago, they do tend to fog up after years of use. It’s a good trade for far better illumination and easier replacement, but an issue nonetheless. Hours and hours of heat, sunlight, and age eventually cause them to cloud up, which can reduce visibility at night in addition to worsening the appearance of your car, truck, or SUV. From R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA, here are some tips on taking care of your foggy or cloudy headlight issue.

While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.