Ready, Set, COLD! (Getting Vehicle Ready for Winter)

March 1, 2020

When the temperatures plunge, your vehicle better be ready because it faces a whole new set of challenges. Rubber stiffens, glass fogs, fluids freeze. Just thinking about it can get your heart beating faster. So here are some tips for getting ready for those inevitable colder temperatures. Mak... More

Fuel Filter Service in Anna, Illinois

February 23, 2020

There are a surprising number of small, inexpensive parts that can lead to expensive engine damage when they fail. It doesn't seem right.Fortunately a lot of those things can be taken care of in routine maintenance. They may not be easy to remember because it is a long list, but your service cent... More

The Charlie's Fast Lube Anna Guide to Custom Wheels

February 16, 2020

If you're interested in customizing the wheels and tires on your vehicle, there are a few things you should know first.Most importantly, the wheels you buy need to fit your vehicle. Not all wheels are created equal. Too many Anna drivers have bought a set of wheels that caught their eye, then, a... More

Drive Train - What You Need to Know in Anna

February 9, 2020

One Anna automotive service issue that doesn't get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don't get talked about very much around Anna, but they're very important. First let's define what the driveline is:Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and transmissi... More

Problems with Suspension Solved at Charlie's Fast Lube Anna in Anna

February 2, 2020

A vehicle's suspension system is tough. It can last for years and after lots of driving for Anna drivers. But it can be damaged quickly by hitting a pothole, curb or rock, and it can wear more quickly if you frequently drive off-road or on bumpy roads. A workhorse vehicle one that hauls heavy lo... More

Buying the Right Tires and Wheels in Anna, Illinois

January 26, 2020

Everyone in Anna, Illinois eventually replaces their tires, whether it's because they're worn out or they're just looking for something different. There are so many great tire choices in Anna, it can be difficult to sort them out. Let's group the broad spectrum into several categories that will ... More

Service Center Standard and Procedures

January 19, 2020

All Illinois pilots have checklists for every aspect of flying. They always use their checklists even if they only have two steps on them. They do this simply because a checklist is a great way to not forget steps. It is also how they can assure a predictable outcome. That is why Anna automotiv... More

Serpentine Belt Service at Charlie's Fast Lube Anna

January 12, 2020

Most Anna folks occasionally have days when they've got a bunch of errands to run. Yesterday was my day off and I needed to fill the gas tank, pick up some groceries at my Anna market, swing by the ATM and get the kids from school. I could have made four trips . . . but that would have been tota... More

Let Charlie's Fast Lube Anna Help You Keep Your Vehicle Another Couple of Years

January 5, 2020

Anna area residents may remember when the U.S. government's Cash for Clunkers program made a splash on the news scene. People were offered incentives to trade in old vehicles for new, in the interest of better and improved air quality from reduced emissions.But a lot of Anna drivers want to hang ... More

All About Your TPMS in Anna

January 1, 2020

Anna drivers know that underinflated tires wear out more quickly. Underinflation is also a major cause of tire failure for Illinois auto owners. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of underinflated tires.It's hard for many Anna drivers to tell when a radial ... More