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Spring has arrived in West Michigan, and many are looking to hit the road out of Grand Rapids for fun weekends of exploration and relaxation. Whether you’re traveling down interstates or cross country, your shocks and struts make sure you don’t feel every single bump in the road, and even play a role in ensuring […]
It looks like spring is on its way to West Michigan! Since folks are likely going to be doing a spring cleaning and “tune-up” of their vehicle, we thought this would be a good opportunity to talk about motor oil. We’re all familiar with the rule of thumb, “change your oil every 5,000 miles.” But […]
Pothole season is on its way to West Michigan, and our guess is it’s going to be a doozy. This winter’s erratic pattern of freezing and thawing is fast-tracking the process that forms potholes, which as any seasoned Michigander knows, wreak havoc on your vehicle. The best way to avoid damage to your vehicle is […]
Winter has officially arrived in West Michigan, and with it, slippery road conditions. If you’ve been “losing your grip” in the snow and ice, quality winter tires from the Borgman Service Center can help! We carry a wide selection and can give you a “Good, Better, Best” recommendation for your specific vehicle.
Grand Rapids has already seen its first snowfall even before the official start of winter. Though it was short-lived, there will be plenty more to follow before spring arrives in West Michigan. Therefore, making sure your vehicle’s heater is in good working order makes the difference between a comfortable winter, or bundling up every time […]
The holidays are fast approaching, meaning many of us will be traveling across West Michigan to see loved ones. Given the time of year, there’s a chance you may drive through some of West Michigan’s famous winter weather. Earlier in the season, West Michigan is prone to lake-effect snowstorms, which come on suddenly and can […]
Ready or not, the colder weather is on its way to West Michigan. As most Michiganders know, the mixture of cold, dry air, and the salt spread on the roads wreak havoc on your vehicle over time. However, there are things you can do to minimize the risk of something going wrong from the winter […]
With Labor Day marking the unofficial end of the summer season, you might be looking to have one last hurrah through West Michigan before the colder weather arrives. Road trips are a fun, inexpensive way to see Michigan and visit places you’d otherwise never see.
Though West Michigan has gotten a brief reprieve from the summer heat, more warm weather is surely on its way. Driving in a hot car is downright miserable, so if it’s been a few years since your air conditioning system has been inspected, or it’s just not working as well as it used to, then it’s […]
With summer coming up, it’s important to know that your vehicle’s cooling system is running at peak capacity. Whether you’re planning a simple road trip across West Michigan with the family or towing the boat out to Lake Michigan, your radiator and coolant play vital roles in keeping your engine running. Overlooking problems, or simply […]

