When buying a used car, no matter if it's from a dealer or a private party, always have it inspected by professional mechanics before money changes hands. Unless the seller is willing to give you a warranty, it's "buyer beware."
Want to improve ride performance? Switch to gas-charged shocks. The shocks help smooth things out when traveling on rough roads and when taking corners.
Did you know that a vehicle’s air-conditioner is operating even in winter? When you turn on your car’s defroster, the condenser comes on to dry the air before sending it to the windshield. Have the refrigerant checked at the beginning of summer and winter.
"When I first starting making money, when I first made my first six-digits, I was - my big thing was I went to put super unleaded in my truck for the first time." - Matthew McConaughey
We know that sometimes it's practically impossible to avoid hitting a pothole. If you do happen to slam into one, bring your car or truck in and have us check the wheels, tires, suspension system and alignment.
At over 300 million, the United States has more cars than any other country in the world. China comes in a distant second, at 78 million.
Are your car’s headlights dimmer than what they should be? It could be the lenses have oxidized. If this isn’t the case, there may be a problem with the alternator or battery. The best way to find out is to have a diagnostic test performed.
While you may be able to change your car's oil yourself, you may have trouble removing one particular component—the oil filter. Depending on the vehicle's model, this part may be tucked in deep in the engine bay and you will most likely need to have a special filter tool for the job .
To improve steering and balance the wear on your tires, have the alignment on your vehicle checked periodically, and rotate the wheels according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.
Is there a clunking sound coming from your car's rear end when driving at low speeds or on rough roads? It could be damaged struts or malfunctioning anti-roll bar brushes.
If you want to ensure the high-performance of your vehicle, it should be maintained properly. Preventive maintenance at scheduled times optimizes the performance of your car and saves you money in the long run.
Signs of transmission problems include a feeling of "dragging" while the car is in motion. There may or may not be signs of a fluid leak. If you suspect transmission trouble, have the car towed to a repair shop.
Did you know? All cars made after 2002 have a mechanical trunk release cable inside the trunk. Regulations require them glow in the dark and be easy to find and use. Many late-model cars also have a lever to collapse the back seat to access the trunk.
Car frame damage is not the devastating condition it once was. Modern equipment does an excellent job of straightening frames and can restore vehicles to their original alignment.
If your car is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, all of the components need to be replaced whenever you change the tires to make sure it continues to function properly.
Vehicles today are very complex but, did you know that they're somewhat easier to fix? Thanks to onboard computers and specialized scanners, the car or truck can tell the mechanic exactly what's wrong so long, drawn out searches are effectively eliminated.
Did you know that it takes very little water on the road - only 1/12th of an inch - and a speed of 35mph for conditions to be right for hydroplaning? It's better not to use the cruise control under these conditions.
Use that cruise! When you are driving on the highway on level terrain, it really saves gas mileage and wear on your car - so keep the RPMs steady and cruise away!
Some of the factors that influence your car’s maintenance schedule include extreme weather conditions, mountainous, dusty, or deiced terrains, towing a trailer or other heavy load, and heavy stop-and-go vs. long-distance cruising.
Did your check engine light come on? The most likely reason is a faulty oxygen sensor. They account for 40 percent of all check engine light related issues.
Buying a used car? Before you turn over your hard-earned cash, bring it to us for a presale once-over to make sure you know what you're buying. This includes whether you're buying from a dealer or a private seller.
"Car designers are just going to have to come up with an automobile that outlasts the payments." - Erma Bombeck
From the mid-1990s through the early-2000s, Chrysler was famous for hiding car batteries under the hood inside the front wheel well. You had to turn the wheel to one side and peel back the wheel-well cover to access the battery.
If you want to upgrade the suspension components on your four-wheel drive vehicle, it would be best to have it done professionally. This is because a great deal of know-how is needed for such projects so an amateur DIY attempt isn't wise or safe.
