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Information about auto repair and preventive maintenance

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5 Tips From a Mechanic

Tweet   In any relationship, communication between two people is important, and communication between you and your auto repair shop along with the auto mechanics that work there are no exception. Being able to let your mechanic know what has happened to your vehicle is vital to efficient and practical repair services. You don’t want to spend […]

Increase in Cost of Car Ownership Once Again

Tweet Each year, AAA looks at the cost of driving a sedan in the United States and whether or not those costs have increased. Based on things like insurance premiums, automotive maintenance and auto repairs, and even fuel prices, they help drivers to learn the true cost of car ownership and what to expect for […]

Safe Driving Starts with Vehicle Maintenance

Tweet There are many safe driving tips out there, and they are excellent to follow, but many drivers don’t realize that safe driving actually starts with the car itself! If a vehicle is not safe, then the driver and those around them are not safe either. In fact, at least five percent of all accidents could […]

Overpaying for Repairs Ends with the Right Repair Shop

Tweet Americans are over-paying for auto repairs for numerous reasons, but the bottom line is that they may not be choosing the right auto repair shop who will give honest recommendations as well as providing the appropriate repairs to keep their vehicle running smoothly and safely on the road. It is important to know just how to […]

Electric Cars in 2014

Tweet It is true that hybrid vehicles have yet to gain the popular vote, instead they have been more of a niche vehicle, owned by few and doubted by many. However, with several luxury automakers releasing hybrid vehicles of their own in 2014, things are about to change.  In fact, 2014 may prove to be […]

Old Tires May be a Ticking Time Bomb

Tweet   Old tires are a serious problem and are often under-reported and lack awareness. It is probably the most serious threat to your life when it comes to your vehicle and to the millions of other drivers world-wide. Even if you are mostly a city-driver who only makes short trips, tire failure can still affect you. […]

Defensive Driving for Experienced Drivers

Tweet After a while, driving becomes like second nature. Experienced drivers often get behind the wheel putting little thought into what they are doing. We roll with the motions, going from point A to point B while running our vehicle as we always do. As we become more comfortable in our vehicles, operating it becomes […]

Reducing Main Source of Air Pollution in Metro Areas

Tweet April 29-May 3 was Air Quality Awareness Week and the perfect time to promote the importance of reducing air pollution. By properly maintaining your vehicle’s emission system and passing state-required emissions testing, you can maintain quality air and protect our environment. Everyone benefits from improved air quality when the release of excessive vehicle emissions […]

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, […]

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 […]