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Questions To Ask Your Mechanic
If you’re taking your vehicle to a repair shop, you’re trusting your mechanic to repair it safely, quickly, and cost effectively. However, many of the decisions regarding the repairs are up to you. A great mechanic will help you understand those decisions and your options for each one. Don’t be afraid to ask questions! If…
October is Car Care Month
As the heat of summer fades away and the crisp fall air sets in, it’s the perfect time to check on your car and prepare it for the cold months ahead. In honor of Fall Car Care Month, we’ve put together a fall car care checklist for you. Fluids – Check all of your fluids…
Something Leaking?
What is that Liquid? Cars are designed to let us know when something is going wrong so that we can determine the issue while it’s small and repair it before it turns into a bigger and more expensive issue. When you notice something that seems out of the ordinary, fixing it quickly is in your…
How To Reduce Exhaust Fumes
Every vehicle is built with an exhaust system designed to convert the harmful fumes and chemicals it produces into less harmful chemicals, and to safely release them into the air. As the vehicle is driven, the exhaust system wears out over time, but there are things you can do to help boost it, and keep…
Does Your Car Feel Strange?
Why Does My Vehicle Feel Strange? One of the best ways to tell if your car is functioning properly is to pay attention while you’re driving. If it makes an unusual sound, or if it looks, smells, or feels strange – trust your instincts. You might save yourself a lot of trouble down the line…
What’s That Noise?
Sometimes, the best way to know that there is a problem with your vehicle is to listen to it! There are a lot of noises that cars can make, some of which are normal, and some of which are not. If you hear an unusual sound like one of these, you might want to take…
Inexpensive Things You Can Do
Inexpensive Things You Can Do to Prevent Expensive Vehicle Repairs Vehicles today require regular maintenance and upkeep. If you pay attention, there are a lot of small signs that something is wrong or small and inexpensive checks you can do now to prevent a big, expensive repair later. Before you take our word for it,…
How Do Brakes Work?
Brakes are one of the top safety features in any vehicle, providing the driver with the control to slow the tires down and stop moving. Malfunctioning brakes are extremely dangerous. Proper maintenance is critical, especially because brakes are used every time a vehicle moves, and every time it’s parked. How do Brakes Work? Brake systems…
How to get the Best Gas Mileage
When a vehicle is new, the gas mileage ratings are based on ideal conditions, meaning that the car is in good shape, the driver is driving carefully, and the road conditions are optimal. While you can’t control the conditions of your environment, there are a few things you can do regarding the way you drive…
Car Need Alignment?
An Introduction to Alignment You might know that you need an alignment if you’re driving down the road with your steering wheel straight and your tires are aiming the wrong direction. Obviously, misaligned tires affect your steering but they can also affect your suspension system, cause unnecessary wear on your tires, and create an unsafe…