Tire DOT date codes are markings found on the sidewall of a tire that indicate the tire's manufacturing date. The DOT (Department of Transportation) code is a series of four numbers that represent the week and year of manufacture. The first two digits indicate the week, and the last two (more)

When the temperature drops, the air in your tire doesn't escape. The air in your tire actually condenses in colder temperatures, dropping 1 PSI (pounds per square inch) for every 10 degrees that the temperature drops. While the air pressure in your tires may come back to normal when the (more)

By following a car maintenance schedule, you can help prevent major problems before they occur. Not only that, but keeping a detailed vehicle maintenance history can help improve your car's resale value, too! Many manufacturers use a 30-60-90 schedule, meaning certain items need to be inspected, changed or replaced at (more)

At Auto Select, we know our success comes from the great client relationships we have built over the past 22 years. We continue to work hard every day to exceed our clients' expectations, and when possible, try to give back to the organizations that impact the communities we live and work in.  (more)

As October arrives, you know that colder weather is on its way. This means that it is time to prepare your car for the upcoming Fall and Winter seasons. Your car is negatively impacted by the cold temperatures in many ways. Treat the Fall season as a time to prepare (more)

Shock absorbers and struts can last a long time for Wisconsin drivers, generally 50,000 miles or more, so they are easy to take for granted. However, your shocks and struts do a very important job, so you need to pay attention to them. They keep your tires on the road; (more)

At Auto Select, we believe in giving back. We give back to our community through our Community Support Program, and we give back to every one of our clients with our Car Care Rewards Program! With every purchase at Auto Select, you can earn up to 3% rewards dollars that (more)

The cooling system in an engine has five components: the radiator, the radiator cap, the hoses, the thermostat, and the water pump. The water & coolant is literally the heart of the system. Just as your own heart keeps your blood circulating through your body, the water pump keeps coolant (more)

Auto Select is proud to announce that Jamey in Stevens Point was awarded the NAPA Technician of the Year for that district. Congratulations on the great accomplishment Jamey!

Modern vehicles usually have four wheels, a steering wheel, and an engine, just as they have for decades. But a lot has changed since the days of carburetors and drum brakes. The addition of computers to so many automotive systems has been a game changer, enabling safer braking systems, stability control, (more)