Is your car overheating even though it’s ridiculously cold outside? Here’s a look at what could be causing your car to overheat and how to prevent it. Why is my Car Overheating? Blockage Even though winter brings very cold temperatures, it isn’t completely rare to get a day or two of randomly warm weather. Using the cooling system after it has been out of use for a while can bring a blockage in the cooling system to your attention by way of overheating. Mineral deposits can b

With the lower temperatures here in Maryland this winter many motorists keep their cars warm using the heating system with little ventilation. In the warmer months drivers enjoy the breeze with the windows down, but in the cold months the car’s windows remain closed and the air re-circulates throughout the car. With less ventilation drivers are exposed to pollutants and impurities, but there are things that can be done to limit the amount of pollution in the car. Let’s look m

With snow already in the upcoming forecast, Maryland is due for some wintry weather this year. Unfortunately even when it snows, you still have to go to work. Here are some quick tips on how to clear your car of snow in the mornings. Use your Windshield Wiper Fluid If you come out and see that your car has frost across the windshield, a little fluid will work great! The chemicals in the fluids actually melt away that pesky ice. With this said, make sure your wipers are turned

This winter is going to be a rough one. Maryland missed out on much of a snowy/icy season last year but that wont be the case this time. With snow and ice comes dangerous road conditions. Don’t take unnecessary risks, prepare for the season and invest in snow tires. The Projected 2018 Winter Winter tires aren’t always necessary here in Maryland, we’ve gone entire winters with only one or two snowfalls. And truly, you can go without winter tires during those periods if you’re

Christmas is right around the corner and you’ve got a new driver in your family – don’t stress about what to get them for the holidays! Check out our list of the top gift items for new drivers: Tire Pressure Gauge – Checking the pressure in their tires regularly will help prevent them from winding up on the side of the road with a flat. Car Phone Charger – Although using mobile phones while driving is dangerous, it’s important that your new driver has a charged phone in case

Summer is winding down and before you know it, you’ll be saying goodbye to your car’s A/C setting and flipping on the heat! Now is the perfect time to check your heat and make sure it works properly. Before cold weather hits. Common Heating Problems: Coolant is low. Your car’s heater functions with the help of your cooling system. When the coolant level is low, air gets trapped in the heater core and stops the flow of fresh coolant through the heating system. Thermostat is de

Did your car get a flat tire on the way home? Maybe you’re preparing yourself for the winter months because your tires are starting to look bald. Either way, there are many different things to consider when purchasing new tires. In this guide, we will help you determine what types of tires your car needs, and which will be best for your driving style. Can I Just Buy One Tire? The first thing to determine is whether or not you need to purchase more than one tire. With tires yo

A vehicle’s tire needs to maintain a proper amount of air pressure for safe driving conditions. If you have a newer vehicle with a tire pressure sensor, you may notice an alarm saying you have a flat tire on a cold morning and then as the day progresses the warning light disappears. This is due to the nature of the air in your tire and how tire pressure can change with the weather. What is tire pressure and why is it important? Tire pressure is the amount of air in a vehicle’

Is winter going to underwhelm or over-deliver this year? It’s still hard to say, although some parts of the country have already seen a few bountiful snow storms. Either way, it doesn’t hurt to get prepared for bad weather. Getting stuck in a few feet of snow away from your home is a real possibility in the mid-Atlantic region, including Maryland. So today we’ll talk about what you should have in your car in case a blizzard catches you on the road. Pre-assembled emergency kit

Are you the driver who lets the car run for five to ten minutes before you leave in the morning? Or maybe you are the driver who gets disapproving looks from your passengers when you drive off as soon as you start the engine? No matter which end of this dilemma you are on, read on to find out the facts about warming up your car before driving. Our Maryland auto repair experts get this question often, so here is how we answer it. The Logic Behind Warming Up The practice of idl