Griffin Muffler & Brake Center

09/17/2026

Ever feel like oncoming traffic is beaming straight-up stadium lights into your retinas? You're not imagining it! A recent report digs into the worst headlight glare offenders and explains why blinding LED headlights are getting harder to avoid on roads. From tall trucks and SUVs sitting higher at eye level to misaimed aftermarket bulbs, nighttime driving can feel like a gauntlet. Read the full breakdown to see why headlight glare isn't going away anytime soon.

If your own headlights look a little misaligned, hazy, or dim, bring your ride by the shop. We'll make sure you can see clearly without blinding everyone else!

Pickups and luxury SUVs top the list of worst headlight glare offenders — one exceeds the IIHS safe limit by over 600%. Here's the full ranking.

09/17/2026

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09/15/2026

Here’s a little secret about your car battery: extreme summer heat actually causes the damage, but the first cold autumn morning is what finally knocks it out! Most batteries last around 3 to 5 years. A battery test from our team checks your battery's health percentage so you can swap an aging battery on your schedule (not on the side of the road)!

09/15/2026

What does $89.95 get you? A whole lot of peace of mind!

Griffin’s Fall Check Up includes:
• Vehicle inspection with technician notes and photos/videos
• All fluid checks
• Coolant system, belts and hoses
• Wiper blades
• Air and cabin filters
• Lights
• Suspension
• Exhaust
• Battery charging system
• Tire rotation, inflation and brake inspection

Get ahead of fall car care for just $89.95.

Call 319-372-2478 or visit GriffinMuffler.com to schedule your Fall Check Up.

09/13/2026

The First Day of Fall is right around the corner! What is your absolute favorite thing about driving in autumn?

A) Cruising down scenic roads to look at the fall foliage
B) Cracking the window for that cool, crisp breeze
C) Apple c***r & pumpkin patch runs
D) Finally turning off the blasting A/C!

Whatever your fall plans are, make sure your brakes, tires, and wipers are ready with the help of our team! 🚘✨

09/10/2026

Did you know resting your left foot on the clutch pedal while cruising is one of the fastest ways to kill your transmission? Even the light weight of your foot can disengage the pressure plate just enough to cause microscopic friction and massive heat buildup. Over time, this glazed friction material ruins your clutch disc! This is a friendly reminder to keep that left foot on the dead pedal until it's time to shift!

09/08/2026

Besides your registration and insurance card, what is the ONE thing permanently living in your glove box? 👇

Whatever you keep in there, make sure your car's owner manual is handy for fuses and fluid specs!

09/08/2026

Your vehicle. your safety. your peace of mind.

Fall is here, and a little preventative maintenance now can go a long way toward keeping you safely on the road.

For just $89.95, Griffin Muffler & Brake’s Fall Check Up covers the important things, from fluids and brakes to tires, lights, suspension, exhaust, belts, hoses and your battery charging system.

Don’t wait for a warning light or a breakdown. Get your vehicle checked before fall driving gets underway.

Call 319-372-2478 or schedule online at GriffinMuffler.com.

09/06/2026

It feels like every week there's a headline about a massive new safety recall. But if vehicle engineering and technology are better than ever, why are recalls at an all-time high? 🤯 Autoblog broke down the fascinating industry shifts behind this trend, including shared parts across models and stricter regulations. Check out the full breakdown on Autoblog.

Have questions about a recall notice you received? Give us a call so that we can help you figure out next steps!

Over 23 million vehicles have been recalled this year – including 1 million from Stellantis this week. Yet even as recalls set records, auto quality is rising.

09/03/2026

Every mechanic knows that your nose can diagnose a car problem almost as fast as a computer scan!

Which of these auto smells makes you cringe the most? 👇

A) Sweet & Maple-y: (Leaking engine coolant!)
B) Damp, Moldy Towel: (A choked-up cabin air filter or clogged A/C drain line!) 🍃
C) Burnt Toast: (Electrical short or slipping clutch!) 🍞
D) Rotten Eggs: (A failing catalytic converter!) 🥚

Drop your letter in the comments!