Has your check engine light lit up out of the blue? Try tightening your gas cap (after you pull over and stop, of course. If this doesn't work, it may still be only a simple fix. Have us run a diagnostic.
Does the inside of your car or truck smell like you're standing right behind the exhaust pipe? There's probably a leak somewhere in the system. Come see us to take care of the problem. You'll breathe easier.
Is there liquid dripping from your car? If it's clear, it's most likely water condensation. However, black or brown liquid is likely motor oil, red is often transmission or power steering fluid, while yellow or green is coolant.
To get the longest life from your tires, have the wheel alignment checked periodically, and rotate the tires according to the manufacturer’s recommendation. This improves steering control and balances tire wear.
"It's a never ending battle of making your cars better and also trying to be better yourself." Dale Earnhardt
Don't ignore even the smallest crack in your car's windshield as it can quickly grow and cause it to fail. For everyone's safety, have the windshield repaired or replaced immediately.
Is your windshield cracked or chipped? It needs to be repaired or replaced immediately. If left alone, the crack will spread and cause the windshield to fail.
If your car's shocks are worn, they increase the stopping distance when you brake, as well as increasing the chances of skidding on wet surfaces. They also contribute to excessive tire wear and damage the suspension.
If you're planning to add electrical components to your vehicle (e.g. a louder horn or extra lights), it would be prudent to have a professional shop do the work. After all, the electrical system of the car, as well as sensitive on-board electronics, can become irreparably damaged should you make a mistake.
In order to find a leak in a vehicle's AC system, a tech may charge it with a special fluorescent dye. After the dye has been put in, he will then take a detector light and go through all the pipes and components in order to find the damaged area.
“Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you are is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you are is a maniac?” - George Carlin
An interesting research study has revealed that women buy more new cars than men. In fact, it has been found that women buy 60% of all new cars sold, and influence 80% of all new car-buying decisions.
If you notice a hairline crack on your vehicle's windshield, you should look into getting a replacement as soon as possible. This is because cracks tend to grow very quickly and may cause the glass to fail without warning.
Did you buy a new part to replace an old one, but it's outside your DIY skills? Bring it to us and we'll install it for you. This is a pretty common practice and we'll be glad to help you out.
Do you know that around 60 million cars are manufactured every year around the world? This means around 165,000 cars move through the assembly line every 24 hours.
While car's today are very efficient, they are quite complex so anyone attempting to perform a repair will need special tools. This is in stark contrast to the cars of decades past that only required traditional tools to fix.
Do you often face problems while changing gears or are your gears slipping? If yes, there could be some fault in your car’s transmission. Get it checked by our car repair professionals to avoid more major problems.
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.
It is important to keep your tires at factory-recommended pressure. Low tire pressure can cause compromised braking, cornering, and stability. It also decreases your fuel efficiency and wears out your tires prematurely.
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.
While there are some things that you can safely repair on your car, you will find that everything else will require professional attention. This is because most of a modern car's systems are incredibly complex and may require the use of special tools that only a commercial shop will have.
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.
Cars and trucks today rely on a lot of specialized equipment so it wouldn’t be advisable to work on them if you don’t have the proper knowledge and tools. Blindly groping around in hopes of finding a fault isn’t something you should do as this can possibly make the problem worse.
If the pressure diminishes when you step on the brakes, or the pedal goes all the way to the floor, it could be a problem with the master cylinder. Have it checked and repaired to prevent a safety hazard.
