When the weather heats up, it's important to make sure your vehicle is equipped with the right tires for maximum safety and performance. Summer tires are specifically designed to provide optimal traction, handling, and braking in warm weather conditions. At Cortese Ford, we can help you find the perfect set of summer tires for your vehicle.
Ball joints, part of your vehicle's suspension system, allow the front wheels to move up and down and steer smoothly. They can wear out from normal use, resulting in clunking noises, uneven tire wear, and steering issues. If you suspect your ball joints may need attention, bring your car to the experts at Cortese Ford in Rochester, NY.
Maintaining your Ford's brakes is crucial for your safety on the road. But how do you know when it's time to bring your vehicle in for brake service? Find out so you know when it's time to get brake repairs at Cortese Ford.
Have you ever been riding in an older car and hit a pothole? You probably noticed that it seemed like you completely bottomed out and the hit was far more pronounced than in a newer vehicle. That is more than likely because the suspension is going bad, and we here at Cortese Ford Lincoln Inc. in Rochester want to ensure that you know the basics about it.
A suspension can be thought of as the mechanism that absorbs the shock of your car hitting uneven terrain.
Winter is in full swing in Rochester, New York, and one of the things those dropping temperatures affects is your vehicle’s tires. The PSI (pounds per square inch) in your tires drops right along with the temperature. It’s recommended to check pressure and tread at least monthly.
Driving your car on under-inflated tires has some significant side effects. The first is stopping distance.
Working late this evening? Maybe you have an early meeting. Hopefully, it will all wrap up before evening basketball practice for your oldest child. At Cortese Ford Lincoln, we know that families and professionals from across the region have a lot of on their plate. Sometimes, tending to the routine maintenance your car, truck or SUV needs to stay running efficiently is the first thing to be ignored.
I was looking for a professional within your organization that can help me with the many questions I have about my 2015 C-Max plug-in hybrid. Frankly, I'm tired of educating myself; there was no one at the Ford dealer I got the car from that was even interested in the vehicle, let alone able to prove they have any knowledge about it.
Also, a service department that can help with recalls and minor repair items that need attention. I did not buy the car from Cortese, and I'm looking for a new dealership to do business with in…