Car Maintenance

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Apr 10, 2019
2 min

Basic Vehicle Safety and Maintenance

You may have previously heard that you should check your vehicle every time before getting in and driving off, but in reality, very few...

Apr 3, 2019
3 min

Why Schedule Automobile Maintenance After Winter?

You might not be feeling the slight adjustment in the temperature, but spring is around the corner. Since Punxsutawney Phil the...

Feb 26, 2019
2 min

3 Automotive Repair Myths

Conventional wisdom is, for the most part, a good thing. It offers us simple and effective advice for everyday life and is often the...

Feb 13, 2019
2 min

3 Vehicle Maintenance Items You Cannot Ignore

If you get your oil changed and your tires rotated regularly, then you’re in good shape. There are no other regular maintenance tasks you...

Feb 4, 2019
2 min

3 Things to Repair After a Car Accident

Car accidents can lead to serious consequences for you and your vehicle, not to mention your insurance payments. Even if you’re able to...

Jan 9, 2019
2 min

Most Common Vehicle Repairs

For the most part, with regular oil changes and a little bit of vigilance, your car will run smoothly. However, there are some repairs...

Dec 13, 2018
2 min

How Often Should You Change Your Air Filters?

The next time you take your car for an oil change, your mechanic will also talk to you about your engine and cabin air filters. Like many...

Nov 8, 2018
2 min

3 Reasons Why Your Car Won’t Start

Whether you’re trying to get to work or trying to get home from the store, having a car that won’t start is a big problem. After you have...

Nov 1, 2018
2 min

I Can’t Find Where the Power Steering Fluid Goes

Power steering fluid is essential to keep your car running smoothly. Without ample fluid, the power steering system can fail and after...

Oct 18, 2018
2 min

Warning Signs for Your Car Battery

Your car’s battery is one of its vital components. That is to say, if your battery has problems, then your vehicle as a whole will have...

Oct 11, 2018
2 min

Special Considerations for Hybrid Cars

Green technology is becoming more and more popular with every passing year, and one of the most popular forms of green technology is the...

Oct 3, 2018
2 min

Four Fluids to Watch in Your Vehicle

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of a cure, or so the old adage goes. This is definitely true when it comes to your vehicular...

Sep 26, 2018
2 min

Driving Safely With Your Dog

We love our pets and bringing them along for road trips can be a lot of fun. However, there are a few things you might need to know to...

Aug 30, 2018
2 min

What Can You Learn From a Car’s Idle?

Whenever you stop your car and let it sit, your car is idling. As long as the engine is on and the vehicle is not in motion, then you’re...

Aug 22, 2018
2 min

What Are the Symptoms of a Bad Alignment?

A car with poor alignment may only seem like a minor irritation, but as time goes on it can become a big problem. In this post, we’ll...

Aug 15, 2018
2 min

Is Running Out of Gas Bad for Your Car?

Running out of gas is a real bummer whether you’re just learning to drive or you’ve been on the road for years. It can happen to anyone...

Aug 1, 2018
2 min

Why is My Car’s AC Fan Not Working?

A hot car is an absolute nightmare in the summer, especially with temperatures as hot as they’ve been. When your car’s AC breaks down,...

Jul 11, 2018
2 min

A New Way to Think About Auto Maintenance

If you own a car, you’ve likely received a letter in the mail or an e-mail in your inbox reminding you that it’s time to bring your...

Jul 3, 2018
2 min

6 Common Issues with Radiators

Your car’s radiator is designed to regulate the temperature of your car’s engine in order to keep it operating at its maximum potential....

Jun 25, 2018
2 min

Why is My Car’s AC Blowing Hot Air?

Staying cool is absolutely vital in the summer. And if your car’s AC system is blowing hot air, then it certainly isn’t helping you cool...

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