Due to the many travel restrictions from COVID-19, more people will be driving to their Labor Day destinations this year.   Labor Day is already one of the busiest travel weekends of the year as people look to get in the final trip of the summer. Due to the many travel restrictions from COVID-19, more people will be driving to their holiday weekend destinations this year.  That's why you need to make sure your car is running properly before heading out on the road in the coming weeks.   A survey by the Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA), projected an increase in car travel this summer with the following numbers: -78 percent of the respondents said they would be driving to their summer vacation spot in 2020. -62 percent said they planned to take their personal car, up from 36 percent last year. -54 percent said they would be traveling more than 400 miles roundtrip to and from their destination. -63 percent plan on traveling the same distance ... read more

Labor Day is typically one of the busiest travel weekends of the year as people look to get in the final trip of the summer.  Due to the many travel restrictions from COVID-19, more people will be driving to their holiday weekend destinations this year.  This places an increased importance on making sure your car is running properly before heading out on the road in the coming weeks.  With cars on the road this summer, local car care experts with Mr. Transmission and Milex Complete Auto Care are letting people know the proper ways to take care of their vehicle to help them get safely to their vacation destination. Here are some areas on the car our professionals recommend checking to ensure a safe, comfortable and problem-free road trip: Cooling Systems – Car engines can overheat after spending several hours on the interstate while driving at hig ... read more

Check out these tips from Mr. Transmission Milex owner Steve in Cary, NC on how to prepare your vehicle for a road trip. Story originally published on WRAL.

Check out these tips to prepare your car for a summer road trip from Mr. Transmission Milex owner Bob from Wilsonville, OR. Story originally published by KOIN.com.   Check out these tips on how to prepare your car for a summer road trip from Mr. Transmission owner Scott in Atlanta, GA. Story originally published by Focus Atlanta.     Check out these tips to prepare your car for a summer road trip from Mr. Transmission Milex owner George in Louisville, KY. Story originally published by ... read more

As COVD-19 restrictions continue to loosen, experts said more people are taking major trips, and they’re choosing to drive. A recent study by the Out of Home Advertising Association said that 78 percent of people will be driving for vacation this year. Experts say that’s due in part to the reluctance to fly during the pandemic and low gas prices. John Murph with Mr. Transmission said that he’s gotten more business than ever before, especially now that the summer is here and more people are taking trips to the beach. He said before taking those major trips, to make sure your car goes through a complete diagnostic—- getting the battery, tires, air filter and transmission checked out. Murph said not taking the proper steps, can lead to thousands of dollars in repair costs.  “We have people who traveled on the way to the beach that didn’t do ... read more

Check out this car safety checklist for summer trips from Mr. Transmission Milex owner Steve in Cary, NC. Story originally published by Spectrum News

Over the last 20 years, Mr. Transmission/Milex Complete Auto Care has been providing customers with one-stop automotive care, promoting long-term customer relationships and delivering more revenue streams for franchisees. And although auto care is deemed essential in most states, the Moran Family of Brands wanted to do more to help ensure customer safety during the coronavirus pandemic. “If customers do not wish to come into any of our locations, participating centers are offering free vehicle pickup and drop-off for customers within a five- to 10-mile radius,” says Amanda Maquet, project manager-marketing director for the Moran Family of Brands. “All locations will continue to perform regular maintenance, engine repairs, transmission repairs, and free towing on all major repairs. All of our technicians are also taking all the necessary precautions during this sensi ... read more

Bill Granger of Mr. Transmission Milex in Bradenton, FL shows how important it is to disinfect your vehicle and what sanatizing product you need to use.  Story originally published on Spectrum Bay 9 News

Cindy Hester of Mr. Transmission of Sandy Springs, GA sheds some light on how dirty your car actually is!  Story Originally published on WSBTV 2 Atlanta

George Kok of Mr. Transmission Milex in Lousiville, KY and Clarksville, IN shows what surfaces are the most important to disinfect in your vehicle.  Story originally published on NBCs Wave 3 news.