Checking the condition of your windshield wiper blades regularly can help to ensure that they will function properly.
With proper maintenance, it's reasonable to expect your vehicle to run for at least 200,000 miles. Regular oil changes, lube jobs, fluid changes, brake maintenance and timely repairs will keep your vehicle in top condition.
Is your automatic transmission slipping? It could mean that the transmission fluid is low or needs replacing or its bands need tightening. We can check for you and make any repairs.
The batteries in electric cars are sealed, and trying to work on one yourself can cause serious damage and void the warranty. Trust that task to trained technicians whenever repairs or scheduled maintenance are needed.
If your car's emissions control system fails, it will cause the check engine light to turn on and off, rather than remain constantly on. It typically indicates a problem with the catalytic converter and needs immediate attention.
While any given car has about 30,000 parts, almost 80 percent of an automobile or pickup truck is recyclable, including the battery which can be fully recycled.
If you are planning to not use your vehicle for an extended period of time, it is recommended that you make plans for someone to drive it monthly at a minimum.
Overheating is a serious problem as it can damage your vehicle’s engine. If your car starts to overheat, shut the engine off immediately and have it towed to our auto repair facility.
Has your car or truck's fuel efficiency fallen off? It could be an old, faulty or damaged oxygen sensor. Having it replaced can improve MPG by as much as forty percent.
The vehicle’s transmission operates in extreme temperature of 400 degrees Fahrenheit when you move the vehicle back and forth when stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. This can cause the failure of transmission or other malfunctions.
There is a lot of debate as to how often the oil in your car or truck should be changed. Instead of relying on the advice of neighbors, friends or family, turn to your ride's owner's manual. The engineers who designed your vehicle know best.
Although 1886 is credited with being the birth year of the modern automobile, did you know that the first gas gauge wasn’t installed until 1922?
Do you own a car with a manual transmission? If you hear chattering when changing gears it's a sign of low or contaminated transmission fluid. We'll take care of the problem.
One of the problems with the deterioration of shock absorbers on your car or truck is that it happens gradually as time passes, so you become used to the subtle changes in control and make adjustments as you go. If you are wondering if your vehicle may need new shock absorbers, have us check them.
Do you know that in terms of efficiency, diesel engines are more efficient than gasoline engines? While a diesel engine is 40% fuel efficient, a gas engine is only about 20% efficient.
If you hear a high-pitched whine coming from the engine after starting, it may be a problem with the starter, the flywheel, or a belt. Instead of guessing, let us check it for you.
Do you know that the world’s first hybrid electric vehicle was made in 1899 by eponymous founder of Porsche, Ferdinand Porsche? Named as Lohner-Porsche “Semper Vivus”, it was an electric car with an internal combustion motor used as a generator.
Did you know that manual transmissions need transmission fluid in order to perform properly? If shifting has become difficult or is different, or the fluid color has changed or grit is present, it's time to bring your car or truck in.
A ticking noise coming from the engine when your vehicle is idling or driving may signal a number of things. The problem could be with the rocker arm, the pistons or piston rings, the main bearing, or it could be with the fuel line assembly.
How often should you rotate your tires? About every 5,000 miles, according to experts. It will prevent uneven wear and make the vehicle handle more smoothly - and safely - and extend the life of the tires.
What’s the significance of the D.O.T. number on a tire? It indicates the factory that built the tire, its batch number, and its manufacture date.
Have your brakes started to squeak or squeal when you depress the brake pedal? That's an early warning sign that the brake pads have worn out and need to be replace. Don't delay having this done as it could lead to brake failure.
"What I like to do is get the family in the pick-up truck... and then we just go for a drive. That's it!" - Dwayne Johnson. Trust us to keep your truck in good condition.
Being in tune with your car means more than harmonizing with the rhythms of the road. Because you know how your car should sound when you start, drive, and stop, if you hear things out of the ordinary, a notable problem could be developing. Let us conduct a diagnostic check.
