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Overheated Engines – So Not Cool

Tweet There is nothing cool about driving a vehicle and having it overheat. Not only could it become a dangerous situation, but it also is quite a hassle when you are trying to get somewhere. Overheating could be caused by anything that decreases the cooling systems ability to absorb, transport, and dissipate heat. For example, […]

Don’t Be a Serpentine Statistic

Tweet Every day we hear plenty of statistics, but we would like to throw one more your way; Twenty percent of vehicles on the road today need a serpentine belt replacement. And while this may not be one of the most common vehicle problems, a worn belt can not only break without warning, it can […]

Tips for Repair Shop Experiences

Tweet Just like a bad food at a restaurant or an awful haircut, too many people have had less than positive experiences at auto repair shops . We suggest you come see us next time you need your vehicle serviced, or at least follow these dos and don’ts of auto repair put together in an […]

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 […]

Are your tires up for the trip?

Tweet Summer is almost here and with it comes all the summer travel for vacations, special events, and just getting away from the house.  In order to do all these things we simply jump in our vehicle and away we go.  Most of the time, we take off with very little thought to the maintenance […]

Avoid expensive repairs – Make your differential last longer

Tweet Ever wonder how when your car turns, its outside wheels could turn about five feet further than the inside wheels? How is this possible when they both keep turning? This is the job for something called your differential, and we want to share some tips to keep yours lasting longer. The differential is, in […]

Are electrical system issues killing your battery?

Tweet Your car battery is the center of your car’s electrical system. That is why when it dies, as annoying as that can be, the power to all of the accessories within this system go too. These accessories include the power windows, power locks, head lamps, radio, antenna, and much more. The system itself is […]

Cooling system failure… totally not cool

Tweet Cooling system failure is the most common mechanical failure in vehicles according to one automotive source. Fixing it can range anywhere from a miniature cost to very expensive. It is an important part of vehicle maintenance  to regularly check and replace coolant and have inspections on your cooling system. Regardless of the cost of […]

Signs of Incorrect Tire Pressure

Tweet Having the proper air pressure in your tires is a crucial part of ensuring the safety of yourself, your passengers, and others on the road. After your brakes, your tires are the next most important safety feature of your vehicle. It is important to be sure to have your tire pressure checked during all […]