The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)
January 1, 2024
If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be repaired to get things back to normal. ... More
Automotive Tips from Star Lube Branson: Battery Testing
December 24, 2023
The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Star Lube Branson when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket item for most Branson drivers and its tempting to put off buying a new one as long as possible. But a ... More
Wired! (Battery Cable Service)
September 17, 2023
Colder weather brings out the worst in a vehicle's battery. On a very cold day, you may have experienced that your engine cranks slowly when starting. But while it may be the battery itself, it may also be the parts that transfer the power to other the other electrical components, the battery c... More
Automobile Fluids For Your vehicle
September 3, 2023
If you've walked through the automotive fluids section of an auto parts store in Branson, you'll know how overwhelming the sheer number of products available can be. How do you know what's right for your vehicle?As you know, these fluids all serve a function in making your car run as you drive a... More
Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
June 11, 2023
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Branson residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology and o... More
Super Slick at Star Lube Branson in Branson: Synthetic Oil
January 15, 2023
When you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more expensive ... More