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The crew here at Susan's Auto Mall wanted to pass along some helpful information about getting a new tonneau cover on the bed of your truck. The tonneau cover acts as a shield, protecting your truck bed from the harsh weather conditions. Instead of rain and snow coming in contact with the bed, the tonneau cover acts like an additional layer of protection to extend the life of this area of your truck.

No longer will you have to be concerned anyone can walk up and take things out of the back of your truck. 

The team at Susan's Auto Mall wanted to help you become more acquainted with all different types of bed liners for your truck. You have more than likely seen the drop-in bed liners because they are the most popular. These liners are skillfully crafted of durable plastic that is molded to be an exact fit for any model and make truck. If you abuse the liner, it can be replaced easily.

The next popular bed liner is the spray-in liners. The spray creates a durable protective shield on the bed, but it is a permanent part of the truck…

The only things you are going to be needing to test the car battery are the voltmeter, heavy-duty gloves, and safety eye-wear. Always wear your work gloves and safety eye-wear when working on or around the car battery. Make certain the car lights and the engine are not on while testing the car battery with a voltmeter.

The voltmeter has one red and black cable. The red cable is going to be attached to plus on the car battery, black cable to minus.

There are many things that you can do to get the most from your tires. However, at some point, they will wear out and need to be replaced. Signs of worn tires include a reduction in gas mileage as well as a lack of tread on the tire.

Reduced gas mileage may be a sign that the tires aren't staying inflated, which may mean that they are damaged. 

Buying or leasing a new Honda or Chevrolet vehicle can often feel like an overwhelming experience. Not only do you need to consider monthly payments and choosing the right car for your needs, but you'll also need to think about all of the routine maintenance that needs to be done over the course of driving your vehicle. Oil changes are just one of these tasks, and there are a lot of different factors that go into that oil change.

Here at Susan's Auto Mall, we're no strangers to addressing motor oil myths from our customers. 

Do you feel like winter was just last month? It was! Now spring is here and it is time for you to prepare for the warmer months ahead. Spring preparation seems endless, but we can take one thing off your list. Bring your vehicle to Susan's Auto Mall and we can get your vehicle ready for Spring Break for you.

Our auto service department can flush and top off all your fluids. If you are due for an oil change, we can do that as well. We can check your tires' tread and rotate them as they fit best…

Condensation occurs in a headlight due to the compromise of seals or gaskets that protect the interior of the headlight from moisture. To ensure the condensation does not occur again, take your vehicle to our auto parts stores to have the seals professionally installed. Otherwise, you can do it yourself with no guarantee of results.

To remove condensation that already exists in your headlights, get yourself a silica gel pack and a lint-free cloth. Look into your owner’s manual for instruction to get into your headlight assembly. 

People who drive often dread rainy weather. Rainy weather is nasty and miserable. It can in some cases even bring on panic-inducing hydroplaning. If you're a driver who ever finds yourself in the midst of a hydroplaning dilemma, you need to practice full composure. Don't freak out. Doing so won't make anything better. Remember, too, that hydroplaning usually is over pretty quickly.

Refrain from steering in an immoderate style. Refrain from brake hitting actions as well. These suggestions can be useful for people who don't want to make hydroplaning matters even worse. 

You made an investment on the day that you picked out your tires and chose to purchase them. You should make the most of that investment by helping your tires stay in good shape and stay fit for use on your vehicle. Rotating the tires is important when it comes to caring for them.

When you rotate your tires, you take a tire that is wearing down on one side, and you put it in a place where it will no longer receive wear on that side. It is important for you to help your tires wear evenly by moving…

The brake pad is placed between the caliper piston and the rotor on vehicles that have disc brakes. The pad acts as protection between the caliper and the rotor each time the brake pedal is pressed. Without this padding, these two components will rub against each other and make it harder for the car or truck to stop.

There is a significant amount of friction each time the brake is used. Therefore, the brake pad will wear down and need to be replaced on a regular basis. Buyers may be able to learn more about how long a brake pad…