As a responsible car owner, you wouldn’t use your winter tires during any other season. However, at Patrick MINI, we know how tempting it can be to skip the money and time it takes to buy and mount multiple sets of tires each year. It is important to know why it’s not a good idea…
If you have a furry best friend, it is only natural to want to take them in the car with you everywhere you go. Unfortunately, this means that you will probably have to deal with some dog hair when you are cleaning your car. These tips will help make cleaning out dog hair more manageable….
We have a goal at Patrick MINI, and that’s to help our Schaumburg, IL customers stay safe. During the summer, wet roads can cause hazardous driving conditions. Wet pavement contributes to more than one million automobile collisions each year. You can use these tips to help keep you safe on wet, slippery roads. When driving…
Car wax is how drivers keep their paint job safe from the outdoor elements, such as the sun, rain, snow, road salt, grime and pollution. It is the sealant applied after your car has been completely washed and dried. Check the directions on the specific bottle of car wax you are using to leave the…
Our team at Patrick MINI makes it a priority to keep our Schaumburg, IL consumers updated about how to care for their vehicles. If you keep your vehicle washed, then it will protect it from damage. Dirt, pollen, dust, and debris can cause rust, scratches, and damage to the protective coat, which will decrease the value…
The tire pressure light is a vital part of your MINI Cooper’s alert systems. When the light turns on, it may mean that you need to pay attention to your tire pressure. In the most extreme circumstances, the tire pressure light will turn on because there may be actual air pressure missing from the tires….
One thing the team at Patrick MINI likes to do from time to time is pass along tips to preserve the investment in your vehicle. Here are some tips for cleaning your car engine like the professionals: 1. Choose a day when it’s sunny and dry, then make certain the engine has plenty of time to…
