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Here you'll find stunning photos of the latest and greatest new cars, information, feature packed vehicle walkarounds, detailed comparison videos, and much more. Walser Stories is where we share news and automotive insights. From our latest sales events with lease and finance deals to auto events all over Minnesota and Kansas - check back often for updates.

How Much Should a Car Battery Replacement Cost?

March 4th, 2026 by

Few things interrupt a normal day faster than a dead car battery. One moment you are heading out the door, and the next you turn the key only to hear silence. Because the battery is responsible for starting your vehicle and powering many electrical systems, replacing it is sometimes unavoidable. A common question drivers ask…

What is a Transmission?

March 4th, 2026 by

And What It Actually Does for Your Car Most drivers know the engine makes a car move. Fewer people know the transmission is what makes the movement usable. Your engine produces power, but it does so in a very narrow operating range. If the engine were connected directly to the wheels, your car would either…

Posted in Service, Transmission

What is a Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection?

February 27th, 2026 by
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Keeping your vehicle safe, reliable, and running its best starts with understanding what your car needs before problems become big, expensive issues. That’s where a multi-point vehicle inspection comes in. Like a routine check-up for your car, a multi-point inspection gives you a full snapshot of your vehicle’s health. What it is A multi-point inspection…

How Road Salt Impacts Your Vehicle (And What You Can Do About It)

February 19th, 2026 by
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Road salt keeps Minnesota roads safer in winter. It also accelerates corrosion. If you plan to keep your vehicle long term, understanding how salt affects it is one of the simplest ways to protect your investment. You don’t need a chemistry degree. You just need to know what’s happening and what actually helps. Why Road…

What Oil Type Does My Car Need?

February 18th, 2026 by

Choosing the right oil doesn’t have to be complicated. Your vehicle already has a recommended specification, and sticking with it is one of the easiest ways to take care of your car. If you’d rather not research it, we can look up your vehicle and verify the exact specification for you. Schedule an appointment or…

Walser Sales Training Program GI Bill Eligible for Veterans

February 10th, 2026 by
Walser’s Sales Training Program Now GI Bill Eligible

Veterans pursuing civilian careers in automotive retail now have a new pathway at Walser Automotive Group. Walser’s on-the-job automotive sales training program is now GI Bill® eligible, allowing qualified veterans to receive education benefits while building full-time sales careers.   U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Dominic Tolkinen First to Use GI Bill at Walser Walser Customer…

2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2: Roam in Style, from Backroads to Freeways

February 10th, 2026 by

Chevrolet’s best-selling vehicle continues to deliver power, versatility, and comfort in the 2025 model year. The Silverado 1500 ZR2 package is built with serious off-road capability and towing capacity, but it’s also one that you’ll want to show off around town. Against competitors such as the Ford F-150 Tremor, Ram 1500 RHO, and the Toyota…

How Often Do I Need to Change My Oil?

February 9th, 2026 by
Checking engine oil level with dipstick during routine car maintenance

You probably didn’t wake up today planning to think about motor oil. You were thinking about your schedule, getting to work on time, school drop-offs, the grocery list, or whether you actually have enough gas to make it home. Then you stop at a light, glance at your dashboard, and there it is. A small…

Posted in How-to, Oil Changes, Service

Walser Automotive Group Celebrates 50 Years of the Hmong Community in Minnesota

January 19th, 2026 by
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2025 marked a milestone of 50 years of the Hmong community in Minnesota. Walser’s Asian Hmong Alliance rose to the occasion with two standout events: hosting a companywide Hmong New Year at our Walser Toyota Bloomington and representing Walser at St. Paul’s RiverCentre Hmong New Year, one of the largest Hmong cultural celebrations in the…

How Walser Partnered with Urban League Twin Cities

January 15th, 2026 by

When we first partnered with Urban League Twin Cities in 2022, both sides knew we shared a mission. What neither of us expected was just how transformative the partnership would become. In September 2025, Walser Automotive Group was awarded Urban League Twin Cities’ Community Partners Award during ULTC’s 100th anniversary Gala Celebration. This award represents…

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