Ernie's Auto Service
2804 Deborah Ave, Zion, IL 60099 847.746.5861

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Driving on Technology

Think of how much technology has changed vehicles in the last several years. And there's a lot more coming. Many will remember when drivers were the ones who had complete control of several driving f...
Published on: Jun 09, 2022

What Zion Drivers Should Do After a Car Accident

Getting into a car accident can ruin a lot more than just your day. So, consider these tips to make sure the damages aren't worse than you originally think: 1. Make sure everyone is ok, and call 911 ...
Published on: Apr 26, 2022

Has Mat? Hazmat

In the sloppy weather months, many drivers rely on protective mats to keep moisture, grime, ice, and snow from making a mess of a vehicle's interior. But if your vehicle has a mat it could become a ha...
Published on: Feb 12, 2022

What Zion Drivers Should Do After a Car Accident

Getting into a car accident can ruin a lot more than just your day. So, consider these tips to make sure the damages aren't worse than you originally think: 1. Make sure everyone is ok, and call 911 ...
Published on: Oct 21, 2021

Safe Driving in Illinois : Eliminating Food Distractions

So, what’s most distracting food in the car?   Is it: A Hamburger? Coffee A Soft Drink Twizzlers Well, all but the licorice makes the top ten, but coffee’s the number o...
Published on: Oct 14, 2021

Airbags in Zion

After they’ve had an accident, some people wonder why their airbags didn’t go off.  Movies and television lead us to believe that airbags go off with the slightest bump.  The rea...
Published on: Sep 20, 2021

The Ernie's Auto Service Guide to Safe Towing for Zion Drivers

Let's talk about towing safety in Zion. Too often Zion drivers just slap a trailer on the hitch and take off. But there are safety considerations to protect your tow vehicle, comply with Illinois law...
Published on: Nov 19, 2020

Item Most Stolen from Vehicles

What item is most often stolen from vehicles?Is it:(A) Stereo(B) Wheels(C) Air Bag(D) DVD SystemWell, if you said stereo – you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed stereos as the big...
Published on: Dec 29, 2018