Make your heart race this Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is approaching!  This annual celebration of love is usually accompanied by the pressure to impress your loved ones. But before you rev that engine to a romantic destination, make sure you give your car the love it deserves because if you take care of your car, your car will take care of you on the road.

Remember, your car will never wake up one day and tell you it doesn't love you anymore.

Here are some great auto care ideas to keep your vehicle performing great.

Get a wash to make your vehicle shine.

Pamper your vehicle with a professional car wash and take off the build-up of wet weather debris. Your vehicle will look great and you will have a clearer view of the road ahead..

Have your brakes checked.

Your valentine's date should feel safe on the road. Brake repair is an important safety measure. Without properly working brakes, normal driving situations would take a turn for the worst. However, there are other benefits to getting routine brake service and brake repair. Changing your brake pads when needed, saves wear on your rotors which translates into less money spent down the line.

Keep your tires aligned and inflated properly.

Help your vehicle drive more efficiently for increased performance and better gas mileage. Your vehicle's alignment can affect your tires. Underinflation can cause tire failure leading to severe cracking and component separation, or what we usually call "blowout." Wheel alignment helps your tires perform properly, improves handling and makes them last longer.  Make sure that you give your vehicle the love it deserves by giving it proper tire care.

Give your vehicle a tune-up.

Getting a regular tune-up can drastically improve the performance of your road buddy. When your vehicle is tuned correctly, every component of your vehicle's engine will work together efficiently. Bringing your vehicle to a shop with an expert technician will keep your car performing at its best.

Lubricate your vehicle

We aren't addicted to oil, but our cars are. Using quality lubricants is vital for the durability and efficiency of your vehicle. Changing your oil reduces thermal breakdown and oil sludge issues.

Full-Service Repair

Bring your car to a trained technician to check your vehicle for safety and to let you know if it needs any additional service to be properly maintained. Trained technicians can work on your vehicle's brake systems, power steering, engine repairs, computer diagnostics, transmission services, coolant system services, timing belts, radiators, water pumps, air conditioning compressors, and climate control systems.

Remember, your vehicle has been with you through your ups and downs. It has taken you to many places and has kept you safe from harm. This year consider giving your car its own Valentine's Day gift—the gift of maintenance. And giving your vehicle a little love this Valentine's month will help keep your loved ones safe while driving on the road.