Winter in the United States is no joke for many parts of the country. The snow, ice, and biting cold can be a real challenge, especially for our cars. But with a little bit of prep, you can ensure your vehicle is ready to face the frosty months ahead. Here are Milex Complete Auto Care’s recommendations on how to get your car winter-ready and some tips on driving safely during the chilly season.   Prepping Your Car for Winter Weather Before cold weather hits, make sure your car is ready to handle the cold weather.   Check your tires: Cold temperatures can reduce tire pressure. Ensure they're properly inflated and have good tread. Consider investing in winter tires for better traction on snowy and icy roads. Consider storing a portable air compressor in your trunk as an easy fix if your tire pressure is low.   Battery check: Cold can weaken your battery. Ensure it's fully charged and the connections ar ... read more

Milex Complete Auto Care recommends preparing your car for allergy season by changing your cabin air filter to keep you healthy and reduce symptoms this year.   While warmer temperatures are a welcome relief, the blooming flowers and new leaves on trees also signal the start of allergy season. More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies.  Allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the United States, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, a nonprofit patient organization for people with allergies and asthma. An allergy occurs when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance. Typical reactions are coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes, and a sore throat, th ... read more

  Committing to changing the air filters on your vehicle on a regular basis can prolong engine life, maximize engine power, help the planet, and improve your health.   There are two types of air filters in every car. One filter cleans the air that enters the engine, and another filters the air you breathe inside the vehicle. Both filters are made of paper, cotton, or foam and trap dust, pollen, mold, and debris, preventing it from getting in the engine or in the air you breathe. The experts at Milex Complete Auto Care recommend changing the air filters on your car to keep it performing at the top of its game. Learning how to check your air filters and understanding why keeping them clean is important are key to your health and the well-being of your vehicle.   How to Tell if Your Engine Air Filter Needs Changing   Your car’s engine requires sufficient airflow to run properly. A clogged ai ... read more

As the seasons change from winter to spring, pollen is becoming more and more prevalent. With this comes many different problems: allergies, yellow windshields and — one problem you might not expect — dirty air filters. According to the technicians at Milex Complete Auto Care, people are often unaware their air filters are dirty until they start causing issues in their vehicles. So the question becomes: how important is it to change the filters in your car? Here is your guide to knowing when, how and why to change your filters. What are air filters? Air filters are important for keeping you and your car healthy. There are two types of air filters. Each work differently to ensure a healthier car. The type of filter determines how often and when you should change it. The first type is the engine air filter. This is the filter that protects your engine. It stops air poll ... read more