Auto Repair is something that everyone who owns a car has to do. This maintenance is not optional if you want your car to run properly.

Not having the proper maintenance work done can be detrimental to your vehicle. It can cause minimal problems such as using more gas per mile, while in worst case scenarios you can burn the engine down and ruin your entire car. Below is some suggested routine maintenance. Louisville Kentucky Auto Repair is available to assist in the maintenance. Do it yourself auto repair can be cheaper, but if you are not an expert it can cost you more in the long run.

•    Our advice is to take your car to Louisville KY Auto Repair and have the work done for you.
•    Every 3,000 miles or 3 months have your oil changed.
•    Between 15,000 and 30,000 have your air filter changed.
•    After 10,000 have your cabin filter changed.
•    Brake Fluid should be changed every 24,000 miles or 2 years.
•    Have the tire rotated every 7,500.

These are just precautionary routine auto maintenance. When you take your car to Louisville Auto Repair they will explain and suggest to you other scheduled maintenance that will benefit your car.

“President Obama signed into law a program the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is calling the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS). This is a federal program that helps you purchase a new, more fuel efficient vehicle when you trade in a less fuel efficient vehicle.”

• Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date
• Only purchase or lease of new vehicles qualify
• Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG (some very large pick-up trucks and cargo vans have different requirements)
• Trade-in vehicles must be registered and insured continuously for the full year preceding the trade-in
• You don’t need a voucher, dealers will apply a credit at purchase
• Program runs through Nov 1, 2009 or when the funds are exhausted, whichever comes first.
• The program requires the scrapping of your eligible trade-in vehicle, and that the dealer disclose to you an estimate of the scrap value of your trade-in. The scrap value, however minimal, will be in addition to the rebate, and not in place of the rebate.

Check out your local Louisville Saturn dealership for more information

Information taken from www.cars.gov.

The 2009 VUE Hybrid is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in two trims, the FWD 4-Cylinder and the FWD 6-Cylinder.

Upon introduction to Louisville, the FWD 4-Cylinder is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 172-horsepower, hybrid engine that achieves 25-mpg in the city and 32-mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The FWD 6-Cylinder is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 255-horsepower, hybrid engine. A variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

The 2009 VUE Hybrid is a carryover from 2008.

Transmission

• 4-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

• Power Rack and Pinion Steering
• Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

• Independent Front Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Soft Ride Type
• Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Soft Ride Type
• Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

• Delayed Power Retention Operates Audio and Windows
• Front Power Outlet
• Cargo Area Power Outlet
• Battery Saver
• Battery

The 2009 OUTLOOK is a 4-door, up to 8-passenger sport-utility, available in 4 trims, ranging from the XE FWD to the XR AWD.

Upon introduction to Louisville, the XE FWD is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 281-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. The XR AWD is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 288-horsepower engine that achieves 16-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2009 OUTLOOK is a carryover from 2008.

Transmission

• 6-Speed Automatic Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

• Power Rack and Pinion Steering
• Telescopic Steering Column
• Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

• Independent Front Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Ride and Handling Ride Type
• Independent Rear Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Ride and Handling Ride Type
• Front Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

• Delayed Power Retention
• 2 Front Power Outlets
• 1 Rear Seat Power Outlet and 1 Cargo Area Power Outlet
• Battery Saver
• 12-Volt Battery
• 170-Amp Alternator
• Audio Pre-Wiring

The 2009 SKY is a 2-door, 2-passenger convertible sports car, available in 4 trims, ranging from the Roadster to the Red Line Ruby Red Special Edition.

Upon introduction to Louisville, the Roadster is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 173-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. The Red Line Ruby Red Special Edition is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 260-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims, and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2009 SKY is a carryover from 2008.

Transmission

• 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

• Power Rack and Pinion Steering
• Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

• Independent Short/Long Arm Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
• Independent Short/Long Arm Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
• Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

• Delayed Power Retention
• Front Power Outlet
• Battery Saver
• Battery
• Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle

The 2009 ASTRA is a 2- or 4-door, 5-passenger family coupe, or family sedan, available in 3 trims, ranging from the XE Sedan to the XR Coupe.

Upon introduction to Louisville, both trims are equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 138-horsepower engine that achieves 24-mpg in the city and 32-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2009 ASTRA is a carryover from 2008.

Transmission

• 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

• Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
• Telescopic Steering Column
• Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

• Independent Front Suspension With Springs and Shock Absorbers
• Semi-Independent Rear Suspension With Springs and Shock Absorbers
• Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

• Front Power Outlet
• Battery
• Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle

Upon introduction, the AURA Green Line Hybrid is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 164-horsepower, hybrid engine that achieves 24-mpg in the city and 32-mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

The 2009 AURA Green Line Hybrid is a carryover from 2008.
Transmission

* 4-Speed Automatic Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

* Power Rack and Pinion Steering
* Tilt Steering Column
* Telescopic Steering Column

Suspension

* Rear Stabilizer Bar
* Independent Front Suspension With Shock Absorbers
* Independent Rear Suspension With Shock Absorbers

Electrical

* Delayed Power Retention
* 2 Front Power Outlets
* Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery

Braking & Traction

* Traction Control
* StabiliTrak(R) Vehicle Stability Control System
* 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
* Front Power Disc and Rear Power Disc Brakes

Upon introduction, the VUE Green Line Hybrid is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 172-horsepower, hybrid engine that achieves 25-mpg in the city and 32-mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

The 2008 VUE Green Line Hybrid is redesigned for 2008.
Transmission

* 4-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

* Tilt Steering Column
* Power Rack and Pinion Steering

Suspension

* Independent Front Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Soft Ride Type
* Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Soft Ride Type
* Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

* Delayed Power Retention Operates Audio and Windows
* Battery Saver
* Cargo Area Power Outlet
* Front Power Outlet
* Battery

Upon introduction, the Roadster is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 173-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. The Red Line Carbon Flash Special Edition is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 260-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims, and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2008 SKY is a carryover from 2007.

Transmission

* 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

* Tilt Steering Column
* Power Rack and Pinion Steering

Suspension

* Independent Short/Long Arm Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Bilstein(R) Shock Absorbers and Performance Ride Type
* Independent Short/Long Arm Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Bilstein(R) Shock Absorbers and Performance Ride Type
* Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

* Delayed Power Retention Operates Audio and Power Windows
* Battery Saver
* Front Power Outlet
* Battery
* Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle