How to Prepare Your Car for an Illinois Winter
Illinois winters don’t mess around. Between the sub-zero temperatures, lake effect snow, road salt, and ice, your vehicle takes a beating from November through March. The question isn’t whether winter will stress your car—it’s whether your car is ready for it. At McClure’s Garage, we’ve been helping Lake County drivers survive winters since 1910. That’s […]
5 Warning Signs Your Brakes Need Attention
Your brakes are the most important safety system on your vehicle. They’re the difference between a close call and a collision, between stopping safely and not stopping at all. Yet many drivers ignore brake warning signs until it’s too late. At McClure’s Garage, we’ve been repairing brakes since 1910, and we’ve seen what happens when […]
115 Years of McClure’s Garage: A Gurnee Legacy
115 Years of McClure’s Garage: A Gurnee Legacy In 2025, McClure’s Garage celebrates an extraordinary milestone: 115 years of continuous operation in Gurnee, Illinois. In an era when most small businesses struggle to survive their first decade, and when family-owned auto shops are increasingly rare, this anniversary represents something remarkable. The Chicago Tribune recently featured […]