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Information about auto repair and preventive maintenance

6 Overlooked Car Maintenance Services You Can’t Afford to Miss

Tweet Purchasing and maintaining a vehicle is perhaps one of the biggest investments you’ll make in your lifetime. With the right preventative maintenance schedule, however, you can make your vehicle last longer and keep the purchasing part to a minimum. Many vehicle owners fall into a trap, though. Since many of a car’s parts and systems […]

How Far Can You SAFELY Drive on a Spare Tire?

Tweet Flat tire … these are two words that you never want to hear when you’re driving. Whether you’re in the middle of a road trip, only 5 miles from home, or commuting to work, having to fix a flat and drive on a spare tire is always inconvenient.  While it’s not fun, getting a flat tire […]

Why Is My Car Overheating & How Do I Fix It?

Tweet Worrying about how to beat the heat in sunny Arizona should be your only concern this summer, not if your engine will overheat as well! When something goes wrong in your vehicle’s cooling system, all components of the engine are running at too high of a temperature. If this happens, parts of the engine […]

Engine Air Filters: What You Need to Know

Tweet Not only do you have air filters in your homes, but you also have them in your vehicles! Changing your air filter regularly helps prolong engine life. That’s because your vehicle’s air filter is designed to trap damaging dirt and debris that can cause internal damage in your engine. Engine damage can occur from […]

Why Are My Brakes Squeaking When I Drive?

Tweet At some point or another, you have probably experienced that annoying sound when you stopped and wondered “Why are my brakes squeaking?” You might be happy to know that this is just a matter of physics. And, it’s very typical, even if you take care of your car like a beloved child. Squeaking brakes […]

Do You Know the Right Questions to Ask Your Mechanic?

Tweet If you already have a trusted auto repair shop, that’s great news! But, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t ask them questions when it comes time for vehicle repairs. In fact, knowing the right questions to ask your mechanic can go a long way in making sure you get the best service. And, you’ll […]

How to Get a Fair Price for Auto Repairs

Tweet Do you consider yourself a savvy shopper? Many people do … for things like clothing, appliances, and technology. But, what about getting a fair price for auto repairs? Do you know what it takes to make sure you’re getting the best deal? If not, keep reading! If you’re already a great shopper, congratulations! You […]

Answers to Your Timing Belt FAQs

Tweet If you’re a punctual person, you probably like to be in time for every appointment, event, or function. Guess what? So does your vehicle! That is … its engine likes to be in time. And it can be, thanks to a properly functioning timing belt. What does a timing belt do? Located within your […]

Engine Control Module Frequently Asked Questions

Tweet These days, you’d have to be living in a bubble to not be affected by computers in some way. Even our home appliances are becoming more computerized. And, vehicles certainly aren’t exempt from advancements in technology either. Let’s take a look at the computer that functions as your vehicle’s brain. It’s officially known as […]

Synthetic vs. Conventional – Which Type of Motor Oil Should I Use?

Tweet Almost every vehicle owner knows what an oil change is. Even a first-time car owner, such as a teenager, knows that oil changes are a necessary part of vehicle maintenance. But, many people do not know much about the types of oil available, the benefits of each, and why oil is so critical anyway. […]