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Nick Stoffel from Llyod’s Automotive is looking for a car for his 16 year old and shares his advice for those doing the same - especially if going the used car route. Size, inspections, online ratings can all come into play when searching for a safe used vehicle. Plus, info on extended warranties, headlights, tire rotations and more! If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

Nick Stoffel from Llyod’s automotive gives us his tips and tricks to save fuel mileage - such as adjusting your tire pressure, replacing your air filter, and more. Plus you save money by helping the environment - a win win! If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

If your car is making a noise and it goes away, that probably means it got a lot worse. Nick Stoffel from Llyod’s automotive gives us a game plan for how to keep your car in tip top shape, not matter the weird noise. Let’s not create more problems for ourselves and say we did. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

There’s no doubt that cars have gotten safer, more reliable and better for the environment. We discuss how cars have improved over the years and what's to come. Plus tips on how to "mouse proof" your vehicle ahead of the winter. Plus thoughts on tire pressure, water heater leaks and more. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

Whether we like it or not, winter is on its way, and it’s time to check in with your windshield wipers to make sure they are functioning correctly. Then we get into weird smells. Laura shares a funny story of some leftover cocktail weenies that were left under her husband's seat when they first started dating. Plus battery tips, safety reminders when working on your own vehicle, and more! If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

Right away at the top of the show we discuss some of the struggles shops are having with the increasing difficulty to come by different grades of oil with tariffs and the ever changing situation in the Middle East. We tackle some of your car questions as well from tire warranty questions, dealership vs commercial options with extended warranties, metal on metal noises when turning, electrical and fuse issues and how people can best prep their car with this transition into Fall. If you have a car care question or need your vehicle looked at - visit Nick and his team at Lloyds Automotive by visiting lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call at 651-228-1316.

It is going to be cooling soon and that means “so long summer”, which means getting that car winter ready and putting the time for maintenance in now, before its too late! We chat with Nick Stoffel of Lloyd’s Automotive about this, keeping those brakes and tires in check, keeping those oil changes in check and much more! If you have a car question for Nick and his team visit lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

Looking ahead to winter even before the leaves change - that was the starting point with Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive who joined us this morning LIVE on the WCCO Radio porch - we tackled all of your questions from foggy headlights, bad breaks, evaporation check engine indicators and much more! If you are having issues with your vehicle - contact Nick and his team by visiting lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call at 651-228-1316!

What should you get regularly checked out on your vehicle? From brakes to battery, it’s important to know what’s going on with our car’s health on a regular basis. Nick lets us know the effect summer heat has on our car battery, when we should check our brakes, and other important checkup musts. Jeff from Spicer calls in to ask Nick about his stalled blower motor. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

You never know how people treat their vehicles so it’s always top of mind to get those inspections when buying a used car. Also a reminder to never drive your vehicle without the break assist. Then Jeff from Hudson calls in to check in about his check engine light. Fault code diagnosis is always fun! Plus... weird critter smells... Nick tells us the biggest critter he's found stuck under the hood. f you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

How exactly should we stay up to date with our car maintenance? There are many things we can do when it comes to protecting our fuel economy and car’s overall health. Nick Stoffel of Llyod’s Automotive reminds us to keep up with oil changes, keep your breaks tight and don’t forget to get that car washed to prevent rust! If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

Is it too early to talk about winter? It’s always a good idea to prepare for the future and Nick Stoffel of Llyod’s Automotive suggests getting a checkup before the cold weather sets in to best prepare. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

Summertime means shops are busy. Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive recommends planning ahead for car check-ups and oil changes especially before summer road trips. Don’t wait until the last minute! Also Nick’s cringiest in shop moments. Aka weird smells and critters. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

Laura chats with Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive about how to save money on car maintenance. Plus mileage recommendations, “funny noise” diagnosis, and rust prevention. If you have a car question or need your vehicle looked at visit Nick and his team at lloydsautomotive.net or give them a call 651-228-1316!

We have another hot, humid week ahead which means your car’s cooling ability is key and we dive into what to look for when it comes to leaks and other fluids beneath that car! We also get into wheel bearing issues, hybrid engines, transmission flushes, unknown noises underneath and more! If you have a car care question for Nick and his team be sure to visit lloydsautomotive.net or call them at 651-228-1316.