Keeping Your 'Old Faithful' Auto Running

October 30, 2022

At Charlie's Fast Lube Anna we've had a lot of Anna customers asking how they can make their vehicles last longer. These questions are actually a reflection of a trend that's been building for several years in Illinois. The median age of personal vehicles is now over nine years. And 33 percent of... More

Technician Training at Charlie's Fast Lube Anna

October 23, 2022

Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Charlie's Fast Lube Anna in Anna. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive professiona... More

Take Charge! (Battery Testing)

October 16, 2022

OK, so you probably take your vehicle's battery for granted. Turn the key or push a button and it starts right up. During times of warmer weather, you probably think your battery can take it easy. But it may surprise you to learn that hot weather can be much harder on a vehicle's battery than ... More

I Can See Clearly (Wiper Blade Replacement)

October 9, 2022

Warm weather can bring severe storms, and when the rain is coming down hard, that's one time you really need to be able to see as clearly as possible out your windshield. Having wiper blades that are fit for the job are important to maintain that safe view. Maybe you live in a climate where you ... More

Straight to the Point (Alignment Signs of Problems)

October 2, 2022

Its just common sense that your vehicle will drive better if all the wheels are lined up with each other and the road the way the engineers intended. When theyre not, that is called being out of alignment. Here are some signs that your alignment has problems. Your steering wheel isnt straight... More