Are you prepared for another frigid winter in Indianapolis? At Joe’s Service Department, we often hear from drivers who are caught off guard by a car heater that doesn’t perform when temperatures drop. Now’s the perfect time to give your car heater and HVAC system some attention before chilly mornings turn into icy emergencies.
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How Low Is Too Low? An Easy Tire Pressure Check Tutorial
Have you noticed your tires are underinflated or overinflated, but you don’t know how to check the tire pressure? At Joe’s Service Department in Indianapolis, we want you to avoid unexpected performance and safety problems by making tire checks part of your routine. This easy-to-follow guide explains how to check your tire pressure, add air […]

Rough Ride? 5 Signs Your Car Needs a Tune-Up ASAP
If you’re like most of us in the Indianapolis area, your relationship with your car is important. After all, you spend quality time with it every day in traffic. Just as with your other friendships, your vehicle requires regular maintenance to keep it running smoothly. At Joe’s Service Department, we’re your go-to car tune-up mechanic. […]

Why Is Your Car’s Gas Mileage So Low? Here’s What to Check!
If you’ve noticed unexpected low gas mileage in your vehicle, there are mechanical reasons why this can happen. At Joe’s Service Department, we’ve served Indianapolis area drivers as a trusted auto repair shop for years, and we’ve seen it all. Here are a few common causes of low gas mileage for trucks, cars, SUVs, and […]

What’s the Difference Between a Tire Rotation and Tire Alignment?
When it comes to keeping your vehicle in top shape, your tires are just as important as what’s under the hood. That’s why understanding the difference between tire rotation and tire alignment matters. At Joe’s Service Department, we’ve helped Indianapolis drivers take care of their tires for years. Here’s a simple breakdown of what to […]

Road Trip with Confidence: A 6-Step Car Preparation Guide
Are you planning to hit the open road and explore the unknown with your family this spring or summer? Ensuring your vehicle is in tip-top shape guarantees a smoother trip and can help safeguard your family. At Joe’s Service Department, we understand that the key to a memorable road trip is in the preparation, and […]

The Nuts and Bolts of a Car Tune-Up: A Quick Reference Guide
Your vehicle is your trusted sidekick that gets you where you need to go around Indianapolis each day, so it makes sense that you want to keep it in top condition. The mechanics at Joe’s Service Department offer car tune-ups for all types of vehicles so they can keep running like a well-oiled machine. But […]

Car Maintenance 101: A Basic Guide to Oil Changes
In the world of automobiles, one thing keeps the wheels turning and the engines humming: oil. Whether you’re a seasoned driver or just hitting the road for the first time, understanding the role of oil in your car is a helpful tool. At Joe’s Service Department, we know it’s true since we’ve been offering oil […]

4 Signs It’s Time to Service Your Brakes
For a lot of us, our cars are our home away from home. Whether we are driving our family members to after-school activities or going to and from work around Indianapolis, it’s important our vehicles run smoothly. The good news is, if we know what to look for, our cars give us clues when they […]

Car Maintenance Q&A To Ease Your Fears
Fall is here! Leaves are changing color, the days are getting shorter, and Halloween is right around the corner. Still, even if you enjoy spooks and haunts, you don’t want to be scared when it comes to your car’s performance. At Joe’s Service Department, we field many car owners’ questions. Keep reading to learn common […]





