It’s happened to us all at one point or another. You’re just driving along, listening to music, not paying close enough attention, and BAM! You hit a giant pothole in the middle of the road. They sometimes seem to come out of nowhere. I remember this happening to me when I was 15 and just…
Spring is just around the corner and it is the perfect time for auto maintenance. Some preparation now will help ensure that your summer driving plans go smoothly. ASE offers the following tips to “spring clean” your vehicle! Read the owner’s manual and follow the recommended service schedules. Have hard starts, rough idling, stalling, etc.…
Changing the oil and oil filter, replacing wiper blades and air filters, and scheduled maintenance top the list of the 10 most common vehicle repairs. According to research conducted by IMR Inc., an industry leader in automotive research, the top 10 most common vehicle repairs performed by vehicle owners and their trusted repair shops are: Oil/oil…
Severe weather can make driving not only frightening, but dangerous as well. Preparing yourself and your car for winter driving conditions is one way to stay safe on the snow and ice covered roads, but you should also know when to stay off the roads completely. How to Plan a Winter Drive If you do…
One of the easiest, most effective ways to make your car perform better is the tires you use. High-performance tires can make a huge difference in everyday driving, especially when it comes to braking. In the video below, Jason Fenske, of Engineering Explained, swapped out old tires for new, high performance tires and measured stopping…
Fall is approaching quickly, which means that your morning or evening commute is about to get dramatically cooler. But did you know that cooler temperatures can greatly affect your tire pressure? That’s why it is very important to keep an eye on your tires and to check your tires pressure regularly. Under or over inflated…