Auto Repair is something that everyone who owns a car has to do. This maintenance is not optional if you want your car to run properly.

Not having the proper maintenance work done can be detrimental to your vehicle. It can cause minimal problems such as using more gas per mile, while in worst case scenarios you can burn the engine down and ruin your entire car. Below is some suggested routine maintenance. Louisville Kentucky Auto Repair is available to assist in the maintenance. Do it yourself auto repair can be cheaper, but if you are not an expert it can cost you more in the long run.

•    Our advice is to take your car to Louisville KY Auto Repair and have the work done for you.
•    Every 3,000 miles or 3 months have your oil changed.
•    Between 15,000 and 30,000 have your air filter changed.
•    After 10,000 have your cabin filter changed.
•    Brake Fluid should be changed every 24,000 miles or 2 years.
•    Have the tire rotated every 7,500.

These are just precautionary routine auto maintenance. When you take your car to Louisville Auto Repair they will explain and suggest to you other scheduled maintenance that will benefit your car.

“President Obama signed into law a program the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is calling the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS). This is a federal program that helps you purchase a new, more fuel efficient vehicle when you trade in a less fuel efficient vehicle.”

• Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date
• Only purchase or lease of new vehicles qualify
• Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG (some very large pick-up trucks and cargo vans have different requirements)
• Trade-in vehicles must be registered and insured continuously for the full year preceding the trade-in
• You don’t need a voucher, dealers will apply a credit at purchase
• Program runs through Nov 1, 2009 or when the funds are exhausted, whichever comes first.
• The program requires the scrapping of your eligible trade-in vehicle, and that the dealer disclose to you an estimate of the scrap value of your trade-in. The scrap value, however minimal, will be in addition to the rebate, and not in place of the rebate.

Check out your local Louisville Pontiac dealership for more information

Information taken from www.cars.gov.

The 2009 Vibe is a 4-door, 5-passenger wagon, available in 4 trims, ranging from the 1.8L to the GT.

Upon introduction to Louisville, the 1.8L is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 132-horsepower engine that achieves 26-mpg in the city and 32-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The GT is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 158-horsepower engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2009 Vibe is redesigned for 2009.

Transmission

• 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

• Power Rack and Pinion Steering
• Telescopic Steering Column
• Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

• Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
• Semi-Independent Torsion Beam Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
• Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

• Front Power Outlet, 115-Volt Inverter
• Battery

The 2009 Solstice is a 2-door, 2-passenger convertible sports car, available in 3 trims, ranging from the Convertible to the Street Edition.

Upon introduction to Louisville, both trims are equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 173-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2009 Solstice is a carryover from 2008.

Transmission

• 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

• Power Rack and Pinion Steering
• Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

• Independent Front Suspension With Springs, Bilstein(R) Mono Tubed Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
• Independent Rear Suspension With Springs, Bilstein(R) Mono Tubed Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
• Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

• Front Power Outlet
• Battery Saver
• 12-Volt Battery

The 2009 G6 is a 2- or 4-door, up to 5-passenger convertible, sports car, family sedan, or sports sedan, available in 6 trims, ranging from the Sedan to the GT Convertible.

Upon introduction to Louisville, the Sedan is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 164-horsepower engine that achieves 22-mpg in the city and 30-mpg on the highway. The GT Convertible is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 217-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2009 G6 is a carryover from 2008.

Transmission

• 4-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

• Electric Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
• Telescopic Steering Column
• Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

• Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Touring Ride Type
• Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Touring Ride Type
• Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

• 2 Front Power Outlets
• Battery Saver
• 12-Volt, Battery
• Drive-By-Wire Control For Steering

The 2009 G5 is a 2-door, 5-passenger family coupe, available in two trims, the Coupe and the GT Coupe.

Upon introduction to Louisville, both trims are equipped with a standard 2.2-liter, I4, 155-horsepower engine that achieves 25-mpg in the city and 35-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

The 2009 G5 is a carryover from 2008.

Transmission

• 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

• Power Rack and Pinion Steering
• Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

• Independent Front Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Touring Ride Type
• Semi-Independent Rear Suspension With Springs, Shock Absorbers and Touring Ride Type

Electrical

• Delayed Power Retention
• 2 Front Power Outlets
• Battery Saver
• 12-Volt, Battery
• Drive-By-Wire Control For Steering

Transmission

* 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

* Tilt Steering Column
* Power Rack and Pinion Steering

Suspension

* Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
* Semi-Independent Torsion Beam Rear Suspension With Springs and Shock Absorbers
* Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

* Battery Saver
* Front Power Outlet, 115-Volt Inverter
* Battery

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The usual array of options, including a five-speed automatic transmission, leather seats, air conditioning, a six-disc CD changer, and larger speakers help soften the Solstice’s purposeful roadster experience. Metallic pedals and a rear spoiler are available on both trims, while the Club Sport Package adds ABS brakes, a limited-slip rear differential, and a stiffer suspension to the base model.

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The base Torrent is powered by a 3.4L V6 that produces 185 horsepower and is paired with a five-speed automatic,. The Torrent can carry up to 68.6 cubic feet of cargo with the rear seats folded, and it will also tow up to 3,500 pounds. Versatility is enhanced by the rear seats’ ability to recline and slide forward and backward, allowing five passengers to be comfortably transported.

Standard equipment on the base Torrent includes a luggage rack, fog lamps, power mirrors, a comprehensive driver information center, power locks with remote keyless entry, power windows, an alarm system and air conditioning.

Standard equipment on the GXP includes deep tinted glass, heated front sport bucket seats, seven cup holders, front and rear floor mats, leather wrapped steering wheel with mounted audio controls and a remote vehicle starter system.

Safety is bolstered by standard traction control, StabiliTrak, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, daytime running lamps and one year of OnStar. Optional seat-mounted and side curtain air bags can be added.

All levels of audio systems are covered in the Torrent. The standard CD player includes an auxiliary input jack for portable digital music players, while an upgraded CD player can handle MP3 files and XM satellite radio can be added for $200. A six-disc CD changer is optional, as is a DVD entertainment system, a navigation system and a 260-watt seven-speaker system with an amplifier and a subwoofer.