Why you must install winter tires
The warm months are over, and the sun retreats to its cavern for the end of the year. As the roads across Hamilton start filling up with fluff sky-cotton, the time is right to give one good glance at your…
Shifty Letters PRNDL (Transmission)
You probably figured out those shifty letters. They're what you see on your automatic transmission shifter and stand for Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive and Low. Your automatic transmission is one of the great automotive inventions; here are some ways you…
Why get a winter tune-up for your car?
As the weather gets colder, it's important to remember to take care of your car. Just like you, your car needs a little extra TLC in the winter. That's why Tower Service Station is here to remind you to get…
All you need to know about windshield wipers
It’s raining, it’s snowing, or you’re clearing the dust off your windshield – you’ll be putting your windshield wipers on full blast. It’s that one component of your car that means everything when driving through unfavourable conditions. In this blog,…
Taking care of your vehicle: A comprehensive car maintenance checklist
If you own a car, it is important to take care of it. Car maintenance can seem like a daunting task, but it does not have to be. By following some simple tips and tricks, and keeping a maintenance checklist,…
Stopping “Brake” Downs (Brake Pad Replacement)
If someone tells you to put the brakes on something, you know it means stop. And stopping is one of the most important safety maneuvers you can do in any vehicle. That means your brakes have to work properly. Let's…
The Tower Service Station Guide to Battery Replacement from an Auto shop
Hamilton folks know that car batteries wear out just like any other battery and need to be replaced. There are a couple of things Hamilton drivers should know when looking for a new battery: one is cold cranking amps and…
Is my car due for a visit to the best auto shop in Hamilton?
It doesn’t matter what car you drive; it will require some TLC at a certain point. When it does, save yourself the trouble of extra costs and repetitive visits by choosing the best auto shop in Hamilton, Tower Service station.…
Restore Your Get-Up-and-Go (Fuel and Air Induction Cleaning)
You may have heard the old saying, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." If your vehicle's engine's fuel economy is noticeably worse, your engine is idling roughly or stalling or your vehicle's acceleration isn't what it used to be, ask…
Light Up your Life (Headlamp Replacement)
Headlamp replacement is amongst the few things that you shouldn’t delay in life – it can have horrible consequences if you do. Did you know that having a burned-out headlight can result in your rearview mirror reflecting some annoying red…