Driving Tips

  • How Low Is Too Low - Let's Talk About Your Fuel Gauge

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    If you drive a car, truck, or SUV that runs on gasoline, there's a good chance you’ve run it low on fuel a few times (or more than a few times,) and maybe even run out of gas completely a time or two. At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, we like to provide information applicable to you. Running a vehicle low on fuel is something we’re all guilty of, and most of us don’t think twice about it. But, can it be bad for your car?

  • How Your Speed Impacts Your Vehicle

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    At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, we understand that driving style affects your vehicle’s performance and reliability. You probably know that frequent, hard acceleration is bad for your engine and transmission, but what about speed?

  • Is Your Vehicle Not Steering Right?

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    Good steering is an underrated, and often neglected aspect of driving. At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distance.

  • Terrible Gas Mileage is a Thing of the Past

    inside view of gas tank of car with gas getting put inWith a few exceptions, today’s vehicles get much better gas mileage than they did even a couple of decades ago, despite getting constantly heavier and more powerful. How do they do it? Here are the points, from Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC.
  • The Electrical Side of Your Vehicle

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    Charging and electrical systems, particularly on luxury and performance cars, are the most intricate and complex systems on your vehicle. It takes highly trained technicians armed with the right equipment to properly diagnose and repair electrical issues on high-end vehicles such as Porsche, Audi, BMW, MINI, VW, and Subaru. At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville we have the technicians and the tools you need to get the job done right.

  • What should you do if you blow a tire?

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    The best way to deal with a blown tire is to prevent it from happening in the first place. However, eventually, a flat tire is going to occur, and it’ll most likely be when you least need it. From Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, here’s what you need to do.

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904 NE Main St
Simpsonville, SC 29681
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