Lincoln Blog & Automotive News from Lansdale, PA

Bergey's Lincoln likes to help drivers in Lansdale prepare for the winter months. Switching to winter wiper blades can be a smart move if you live in an area that is subject to freezing temperatures. Here are a few things to know.

The normal wiper blades that are used on vehicles are made of a rigid rubber that isn't really designed to handle extreme cold. When the temperatures drop below freezing, regular wiper blades can crack or lose their efficiency. Winter wiper blades offer a different design. They are made of rubber combined with other materials such as…

We're all used to getting an oil change and routine maintenance for our automobiles in the fall as we prepare for winter. This routine maintenance can include inspecting your current set of tires to see if they're in good condition for the wintry roads that you'll be driving on shortly. If you're in need of a new set of tires, your two main options will include winter tires and all-season tires.

Winter tires usually cost a little bit more money than a set that's intended for all year. This is because of the sturdy traction…

We all know that our car's transmission is a very important part of the car. It's what makes the car go forward and in reverse. If it suddenly stopped working, you would not only be without an operating vehicle but could also be faced with an enormous repair bill. Our technicians at Bergey's Lincoln are highly qualified on transmission issues and can offer tips on how to determine if your transmission needs servicing. 

• Your vehicle shifts really hard or doesn't want to shift at all.
• It might jerk and switch from one gear to the next…

Drivers in Lansdale can always trust Bergey's Lincoln for helpful information about vehicle maintenance. The belts and hoses on your vehicle have important jobs. Here are a few things that you should know about these parts.

Every car and truck has multiple belts and hoses attached to various vehicle systems. You are probably familiar with the major ones such as an alternator belt and a water hose. These are just two examples, and many other parts of your vehicle depend upon belts and hoses for their performance.

Part of vehicle maintenance involves replacing wearable parts such as gaskets. If you have been told it is time to replace gaskets, you may be wondering what these parts are. Here is some information we think you'll find useful.

Gaskets are custom-sized pieces of rubber designed to ensure a tight fit between two parts. 

What can drivers do to identify, and even prevent, things like oversteer and understeer? Bergey's Lincoln in Lansdale, PA wants its local drivers to be more educated on these steering issues. With regard to identifying the two, motorists can simply ask themselves a question about the conditions under which they lost traction. Did your front or rear wheels lose traction first?

Vehicle oil changes are one of the simplest parts of automotive maintenance, but surprisingly, many people get it wrong.

When you put motor oil in your car it looked clean and clear. After checking oil levels, you see that the oil is dark. That's fine. Oil moves through the engine as a lubricant, picking up dirt particles along the way. If it's darker, it does not need to be changed. That's just an indication that the oil is working properly. Some drivers get confused about using synthetic oil. They think if they've used it once they…

Perhaps, you might be in a dilemma, not knowing the difference between winter tires and all-season tires. Of course, the two are not the same, and they both have unique features that make them adaptable to specific weather changes. Keep reading as we reveal the significant differences between these two tires.

Winter Tires

They are also known as snow tires. These tires are specifically designed for use on ice and snowy roads. Winter tires are made with treads that have larger gaps than those of all-season tires. This adaptable feature helps to increase traction on icy roads.

Most drivers are going to experience a flat tire at some point in Lansdale. It's not a fun experience, but if you know how to deal with it, it can make things a lot easier. Here are some tips from Bergey's Lincoln on how to replace a flat tire.

Make sure you are somewhere safe. If the flat has occurred on a busy street, try to drive far enough to turn off. If you can't, pull as far off the road as you can and turn your emergency flashers. Make sure you have all you need before…

When most people picture waking up to a dead battery it is a cold and dreary day, but if we are going by statistics the heat is more likely to fry during the summer. Here in Lansdale, we have some hot summer days, and the staff at [DEALER] wants to make sure that you know how to properly take care of your vehicle to ensure you have a happy ownership experience.

Lead-acid batteries are full of acid, and this acid is full of electrolytes. When these electrolytes heat up they increase the capacity of the battery, but they also evaporate…