East Beltline Towing Service
5277 PLAINFIELD AVE NE GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49525 | 616.942.5210

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The 3 Vehicle Service Items You Shouldn't Put Off

When it comes to vehicle service, a lot of people procrastinate.  The reasons? Don't want to spend the money, don't have time to get it done, it's not urgent.  Sound familiar? Here are the t...
Published on: Feb 01, 2026

Simple Answers from East Beltline Towing Service: Cabin Air Filter

Question My car has a bad odor when I run the heater or air conditioner.  My friend said I might need a new cabin air filter – what’s that? Answer A cabin air filter is a special f...
Published on: Dec 28, 2025

The Problems with a Cream Puff (Dormant Vehicles)

You may own a vehicle that you only drive occasionally.  Maybe it is a summer day cruiser, an off-roader, or vacation hauler.  Here are some things you need to know about a vehicle that does...
Published on: Dec 07, 2025

Importance of Maintenance Schedules

Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of GRAND RAPIDS life with recommended intervals: you have dental cleanings, physical exams, laundry, mowing the lawn and paying the bills.What would happen if you di...
Published on: Oct 22, 2025

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in GRAND RAPIDS

A lot of GRAND RAPIDS want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in tu...
Published on: Jul 13, 2025

East Beltline Towing Service Tech Question On Your Water Pump

  East Beltline Towing Service Tech Question:I was driving on the freeway in MI and my vehicle engine started to get hot. I turned off my air conditioner and was able to drive the short distance ...
Published on: May 04, 2025

Simple Answers from East Beltline Towing Service for GRAND RAPIDS: Check Engine Light

Question My check engine light is on and my boyfriend thinks he can get the code read and know what part to replace to fix my car.  I say it’s not that simple.  Who’s right? An...
Published on: Apr 13, 2025

It's New To Me - What To Do When You Buy Used In

GRAND RAPIDS drivers sell vehicles for a lot of different reasons. Maybe they just want something new or maybe they're selling the vehicle because it has a problem or two. So how do you know what...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025