Let Blair's Ferry Automotive Help You Extend the Life of Your Car

October 25, 2020

If you haven't shopped in the Marion area for a new vehicle recently, you're likely to experience some sticker shock. It seems everything is costing more these days. And when you consider the price of auto financing in Marion, and insurance, the idea of hanging on to your old vehicle for a few mo... More

Sounds Like a Hot Rod (Noisy Exhaust System)

October 18, 2020

Driving along, your exhaust system's rumbling so loud that people turn and stare at you pass by. You're wondering when the police are going to pull you over for illegal noise. Your mind immediately thinks, aha! A broken muffler. Well, your exhaust system is composed of many more parts than just... More

Keep Your Cool in Marion

October 11, 2020

Marion drivers rely on their vehicle's coolant system to keep their engine cool. Coolant (also called antifreeze) mixed with water flows through your vehicle engine and absorbs heat. The mixture then flows out to the radiator where it's cooled by air flowing over the radiator. From there the coo... More

Engine Hydration for Marion Drivers: Role of Your Water Pump

October 4, 2020

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