The ‘unofficial’ end of summer is almost upon us. The astrological start of summer was June 20. And, astrologically, summer ends September 21. But most of us think of summer as running from Memorial Day (May 25) to Labor Day (September 7). If we abide by what ‘most people think,’ summer ends next Monday.We generally welcome summer, and bid it adieu, with ‘ceremonial’ barbeques. That’s

You may not have noticed that the tire was going flat. The first inclination you have is that there is a thumping noise, corresponding with a jerking of the steering wheel, as you drive. You don’t want to keep driving on that flat tire. If there’s any chance of saving the tire, continuing to drive on the flat tire, while not a safe idea in terms of maintaining control of the vehicle, will

 McHenry drivers need to be aware all the sameAbout this time of year, the space on this blog is usually dedicated to reminding McHenry drivers that schools are opening – to watch out for children running to and from busses in the roads, or walking to and from school. But, with COVID-19, 2020 isn’t a customary year. Yes, children are headed back to school but much of their class time will

Before COVID, you would get out on the highway, away from McHenry, and open up the throttle of that car, truck or SUV you drive. But, since the pandemic, you just don’t seem to get out as much. When you do leave the house, it’s generally a short trip – to the grocery store or maybe for a cup of coffee at The Hidden Pearl. Highway drives seem to belong to a by-gone era.This is a different kind

Your car started making a funny noise. You tell yourself, “It can wait.”The brakes are squeaking. “As soon as the lockdown is over.”Smoke from that bad muffler seems to come up into the cabin from under the car. “It’s not so bad.”The oil change is how many miles overdue? “It’s not that important.”You can always find excuses for not bringing the car, truck or SUV in for repairs or