As we transition from the mild months of spring to the downright hot months of summer, it is important to keep several car maintenance tips in mind. As outside temperatures climb, tire pressure can fluctuate. A 10-degree increase on the thermometer results in a one to two increase in tire PSI. When tires become over…
May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and it is important to stay educated on motorcycle safety, whether you ride or not. While driving, it is vital to share the road with motorcyclists and treat them as you would any other motor vehicle. Be sure to keep an eye out for riders at intersections and in the…
There are a couple of common problems that occur when dealing with automatic transmissions, including fluid leaks and low fluid levels. You may notice a puddle of transmission fluid, often red in color, on your garage floor or driveway. If you don’t notice that, you may feel the transmission is slow to engage a drive…
This vehicle came to us with a customer complaint of a coolant leak. During the customer interview process, the customer informed us the vehicle had been involved in an accident a few months ago. Our inspection revealed the previous repairer had not repaired all the damage. The radiator was bent, as can be seen in…
Have you tried turning the heat on in your car but it continues to blow cold air by the time you reach your destination? There are many ways a car heater can fail, but this specific problem can be attributed to two basic causes: either coolant isn’t flowing through the heater core or air from…
Winter is here…or at least it’s on its way! This is about the time when temperatures take a big dip, meaning frigid mornings. For those getting up and leaving the house, getting to your car in the cold can be miserable. To alleviate this type of discomfort, many people usually leave their vehicle running for…
Automotive safety has evolved from just seatbelts and lighting to digital safety features that can help drivers avoid collisions. Vehicles today are among the safest in history, contributing to overall annual decreases in crash-related fatalities and injuries. Automakers continue to offer and increasing range of safety technologies which can cause drivers to struggle to stay…
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Later-model vehicles typically have a great feature that cleans/filters the air that comes into the interior called a cabin filter. Cabin filters trap dust, pollen, and other airborne diseases, helping those with allergy and/or other respiratory problems. In addition to the cabin filter, your car has an air filter specifically for the engine that requires…
According to the nonprofit Car Care Council, during vehicle inspections at community car care events across the country in April and October 2014, a whopping 84 percent of vehicles were in need of service or parts. That’s an increase of five percent from the previous year. This illustrates the urgent need for technicians to perform…