The Need for Speed (Wheel Speed Sensor Maintenance)
September 17, 2023
Today's vehicles have some pretty amazing technology in them, including a computerized braking system we all pretty much take for granted these days. Antilock brake systems (ABS) have been around for years but they help drivers stop in much shorter distances reliably than ever before. When you ... More
Hitting the Brakes in Bentonville
February 12, 2023
Safety should always be an element of your vehicle care. So even if you don't care about how your vehicle looks, you should practice preventive maintenance to protect yourself and other Bentonville drivers on the road. And good safety starts with good brakes.Brakes need a regular inspection. T... More
Bad Vibrations (Brake Rotor Replacement)
November 13, 2022
If youve ever stepped on your brake pedal and felt your vehicle vibrate, thats a signal that you shouldnt ignore. A pulsating brake pedal is a sign that something is wrong. Braking action should be smooth, sure, and quiet, not shaky and noisy. Most newer vehicles have disc brakes, called that b... More
It's Brake Time (Brake Calipers)
July 31, 2022
Race car drivers have demonstrated the advantages of disc brakes, so most modern vehicles use them. Sometimes just the front wheels have disc brakes, but many vehicles now have them all the way around. A major component of the disc brake is called a caliper. It works by squeezing brake pads ag... More
Hitting The Brakes In Bentonville
January 30, 2022
Hello Bentonville, let's talk about brakes. But the mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake pump and brake fluid. And then there are the tires, which are critical to the effectiveness of the brakes.Let's step back. A new vehicle or truck rol... More
Time for a Brake (Brake Pad Replacement)
April 25, 2021
Stop! It's one of those things your vehicle has to do consistently and reliably. That's why brake maintenance is vitally important, worthwhile for you to make sure stays up to date. A brake system has many components. If your vehicle has disc brakes, they have pads that make contact with the rot... More
Put on the Brakes: Brake Service at Mr. Lube
September 6, 2020
When it comes to preventive maintenance and vehicle care, most Bentonville drivers know how important it is to check their brakes. But brakes are more than just brake pads and shoes. There are a lot of components in the brake system, and they all need to be in good working order.The pads and sho... More
Used Cars: Mr. Lube Advice on What to Do After You Buy
June 28, 2020
Used vehicles are certainly an economical choice for budget-conscious Bentonville drivers. But how can we know we're getting a good used vehicle and not just inheriting someone else's problems?There are good used vehicles for sale in the Bentonville area. Vehicles are sold when families upsize, w... More
What to Do After You Buy a Used Vehicle in Bentonville
June 7, 2020
So you've bought a used vehicle in the Bentonville area. Do you know what you're getting? It is hard to know what you're getting because people in the Bentonville area sell vehicles for different reasons. Think about why you've sold vehicles. Did you just want something new or were there problem... More