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While getting into the shop for a vehicle checkup is not the most exciting task to do, it is crucial to keeping your car in good shape. Making sure that you know what to look for and when is the main part of keeping your vehicle running the way it should. It also helps you … Continued
The leading cause of noisy brakes is actually not because your brakes are worn. Have you ever driven in the early morning after a rainy night? Most likely you have heard a squeak or two. This is actually due to the brake pads warming up and getting rid of any rust that has accumulated from … Continued
The cold is making its way into our lives, which means it’s important we make sure our vehicle’s heating system is up to par. Read our latest blog to learn more. We don’t know about you, but what makes the cold bearable in our minds is that we have the option to get warm and … Continued
Check engine light is on? Don’t worry yourself quite yet. The severity of the problem could necessitate a simple fix or a costly repair/replacement. Our best recommendation is to not delay and take your vehicle into the shop – the faster you find out the problem, the quicker the fix. The list of possible reasons … Continued
Most manufacturers recommend changing your vehicle’s oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. That is a lot of used oil to go through in just a year – let alone the entire lifespan of your vehicle. Learn more how you can recycle your used oil in our latest blog. When used oil is disposed of improperly, … Continued
Given the average number of years spent driving, you are bound to come across a dead car battery. It may be easy to blow it off the first time it happens, but when it occurs again and again, there is no denying that something is wrong. Read our blog to learn more. There are multiple … Continued
Have you ever wondered how long it is your brakes will typically last you? While the answer isn’t always cut and dry, we do have a blog going over just that. Read on to learn more. Car brakes are crucial to operating your vehicle safely. The lifespan of a vehicle’s braking system depends largely on … Continued
Effective breaks are crucial to not only your safety, but the safety of others on the road. With this being the case, it is important to train yourself to be aware of any irregularities in your ride around town. Depending only on your dashboard brake light, you may find yourself catching the problem too late. … Continued
TPMS stands for “Tire Pressure Monitoring System”. This is a function that all passenger vehicles, weighing under 10,000 pounds and sold after September 1, 2007, must have according to the TREAD Act of 2000. Why Your Light Is On The light primarily alerts the driver when the tire pressure is too low or too high. … Continued
Almost everyone who’s been through a tough & cold winter is familiar with the annoyance of the dreaded dead car battery and the need for a jump start. However, it may surprise you to know that it’s not just the cold that can shorten the battery life, but the heat as well! If you aren’t … Continued
