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Jun 16, 2017
2 min

I Hear a Noise When I Brake

If you hear a strange noise when you apply your brakes, it could be cause for concern. Not all noises are inherently bad, but some are...

May 12, 2017
2 min

How Do I Get Good Gas Mileage?

One of the most common questions we get from our customers is how they can improve their vehicle’s fuel efficiency. While there are...

May 4, 2017
2 min

How Long Do Brakes Last

Your vehicle’s brakes are arguably the most important aspect to your vehicle. Without an engine or tires, your vehicle won’t move—but in...

Apr 27, 2017
2 min

Why is my Car Stalling?

When vehicles stall out, it can be quite a stressful situation. There are a lot of reasons your vehicle would stall out, so to be sure...

Apr 21, 2017
2 min

How to Organize your Car for under $20

If you’re heading out on a road trip, or are simply tired of how dirty and disorganized your car is, you’ve come to the right place. Here...

Mar 31, 2017
2 min

What to Know about a Maryland Vehicle Safety Inspection

If you’ve ever bought a used car in the state of Maryland, you’ve most certainly dealt with a safety inspection. These inspections are...

Mar 24, 2017
3 min

How to Survive a Road Trip with Kids

If you’ve ever taken a road trip with kids, you know just how frustrating it can be. Kids are restless and keeping them content and...

Mar 15, 2017
2 min

How to Find a Great Maryland Car Mechanic

If you’ve recently moved to a new area and you’re too far from your previous, trusted car mechanic, you’re going to need to find a new...

Mar 3, 2017
2 min

What’s the Difference Between Synthetic and Conventional Oil?

We get the question “what is the difference between synthetic and conventional oil?” quite a lot and figured we’d take some time to...

Feb 22, 2017
2 min

3 Myths about Manual Transmissions

We’ve all heard the arguments about whether manuals or automatics are better overall vehicles. Trust us when we say we’ve had a few of...

Jan 13, 2017
2 min

Do I Need to use Premium Gas?

You’ve just purchased a new car and you want to make sure you do everything in your power to keep it in premium condition as long as...

Apr 20, 2015
3 min

5 Tips for Getting Your Car Ready for Summer

The weather is slowly warming up and soon enough you’ll be blasted with a heat wave every time you open your car in the morning. You...

Mar 27, 2015
4 min

Tire Maintenance Tips for Safe Driving

Aren’t you glad the winter is over? No more sliding on rock salt and clenching your fingers around the wheel when your car loses traction...

Dec 15, 2014
4 min

When and How You Should Maintain These 5 Vehicle Fluids

Need a New Year’s Resolution? How about being proactive with your vehicle maintenance in 2015? If you don’t remember the last time you...

Dec 1, 2014
3 min

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore the Check Engine Light

You put your key into the ignition, turn it half way and see your dashboard light up. But once you start the car, the check engine light...

Nov 26, 2014
3 min

3 Ways Hybrid Cars Are Different in Maintenance

Hybrid cars have been around in the U.S. since the early 2000s and by now they’ve earned their place in many people’s garages. Modern-day...

Oct 16, 2014
3 min

How to Prepare Your Car for Winter

Clean out Your Garage This might not be your first thought on winterizing your car, but it’s definitely one worth considering. If you...

Sep 5, 2014
2 min

How to Prepare Your Car for a Long Trip

Address ongoing issues Did you have that check engine light cleared but not fixed? Have you known for a while that one of the parts has...

Jun 30, 2014
3 min

Consequences of Poor Alignment

Anyone who’s ever run up on a curb or nailed a pothole has probably been told they needed a front end alignment as part of the repair....

May 28, 2014
2 min

Why You Should Get Your Brake Fluid Checked

Along with brake pads and rotors, also check brake fluid. This is a very important component of the brake system, and without it, you...

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