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Information about auto repair and preventive maintenance

Category: Driving Safety

Drivers Under Pressure When it Comes to Tires

Tweet June 2-8 is National Tire Safety Week, devoted to ensuring that tire condition and pressure is monitored by both drivers and their auto repair shops frequently and accurately. While it only takes a few minutes each month to check, tires seem to be the forgotten service all too often. As one of the most […]

Protect your investment with proper maintenance

Tweet A vehicle is an investment and most people put in a lot of money from the get-go and do not necessarily plan on putting in thousands of dollars down the road on repairs and service. Sure, vehicles will need some TLC which costs money, but the best way to be money smart when it […]

Car Care Starts with Proper Vehicle Maintenance

Tweet April is Car Care Month, the perfect time to get your car to a trusted auto repair shop for some preventative vehicle maintenance and routine checks. Monitoring the condition of your vehicle and its parts can save a lot of time and money in the future. In fact, a vehicle properly maintained and kept […]

Drive on sleep, not on caffeine

Tweet Most of us make it through the day and evening with at least one cup of coffee. In fact, among coffee drinkers the average coffee consumption in the United States is 3.1 cups of coffee per day. Per capita men drink approximately 1.9 cups per day, whereas women drink an average of 1.4 cups […]

Safety Comes First When Jumpstarting a Dead Battery

Tweet There is nothing more inconvenient than a dead battery. It will literally strand you without the use of your vehicle, and without the help of either a jump box or another motorist it can lead to a stressful and desperate situation. Although the ultimate goal of jump starting a battery is to get your […]

Staying out of a slippery situation

Tweet Hy·dro·plane (Spelled [hahy-druh-pleyn] noun, verb, hy·dro·planed, hy·dro·plan·ing.  Also aquaplane. (of a vehicular tire or vehicle) to ride on a film of water on a wet surface with a resulting decrease in braking and steering effectiveness. Hydroplaning here in the Tempe area and most of Arizona doesn’t necessarily mean excessive water, but a different type […]

The Importance of Wheel Alignments

Tweet The holidays are around the corner and for many of us that means road trips to visit family and friends. Before packing up and heading out, there are a few safety items you need to check on your vehicle. While a brake check, tire pressure check, and oil changes are normal items on the “To Do” List, […]

ABS System Advantages

Tweet Many drivers are not aware of the features offered in their vehicle. We know where the CD player is, if there is an MP3 jack, where the gas gauge is, and other common features. But do you know if your vehicle has antilock brakes? Most newer vehicles offer ABS as either standard or optional […]

4th of July – National Holiday and Car Theft Season?

Tweet Most of us associate the 4th of July with parades, fireworks, BBQs, and American flags. But according to a recent article from AOL Autos, Independence Day also marks the start of a busy season for automobile thieves.  We want to remind you to you that thieves get busy during the summer months, especially July […]

“Exhausting” Car Problems

Tweet The effort we put into our vehicles can be exhausting, especially when we have to make repairs. Not only can vehicle issues be inconvenient and time-consuming, but the cost and unknown problems can cause a lot of stress. Problems with your exhaust system are not only significant when it comes to your vehicle running […]