2018

  • Summer Vehicle Care Tips

    Whether you own or lease your vehicle, you want to keep it in as good of condition as possible. When you are driving your vehicle during the summer, you want to make sure you take special care of it. That hot weather can be hard on your car or truck, which is already running a large motor to tool you and your family where ever you need to go. There are things you want to do at the beginning of summer to make sure your car is ready to deal with the heat, as well as things you want to do to keep it running strong.
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  • Four Ways To Protect Car Paint In The Winter

    The winter months place a massive amount of stress on anything that is exposed to the elements, and your car's paint job is no exception. Ice, snow, temperature fluctuations, and salt exposure can all wear away at the paint and ruin the appearance of your vehicle, not to mention make it much more likely that rust and corrosion will set into the body of your car. Fortunately, there are a few things that you can do to make sure that your car paint stays in the best condition possible throughout the cold season.
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  • 3 Things You Should Know Auto Glass Repair

    If you find a crack, hole or other damage to your car's windshield, you will want to solve this problem immediately. A damaged windshield can lead to an accident that can be more costly than a simple windshield repair or replacement. The following are a few things you should know when you need your windshield fixed. 1. Windshield repair and replacement is a mobile service Not only has this service become mobile, but mobile service is now the norm.
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  • Four Signs You Should Have Your Spark Plugs Replaced

    Your spark plugs are one of the essential parts of your vehicle's ignition system, because as their name indicates, they are the component that literally provides the spark that allows the fuel in the engine to ignite, powering the rest of your car. This means that damaged or malfunctioning spark plugs can negatively affect the performance of your car. Understanding what a few of the signs of bad spark plugs are can help you identify when you should head to an auto repair shop to have them replaced.
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  • 5 Things You Need To Know About Using A Tire Pressure Monitoring System With Your Motorcycle

    The pressure in your tires is extremely important. You need just the right amount of pressure in order for your vehicle to grip the road correctly. This is even more true for motorcycles than other types of vehicles. With a motorcycle, you want to make sure that you have the right tire pressure at all times, which is where a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) comes into play. 1. You Can Add a TPMS to Your Bike
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  • Pre-Summer Automotive Maintenance Tips

    With summer weather rapidly approaching, it's time to think about the hazards that your car will face throughout the upcoming months. If you want to ensure your safety and the longevity of your car before the summer hits, there are a few things that you should do. Here are a few summer preparation considerations to discuss with your mechanic. How Is Your Engine's Cooling System? Warm weather can wreak havoc on your car's engine if the cooling system isn't up to par.
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  • Signs Your Car's Engine May Need Repairs

    The last thing you want to hear is that your car's engine needs repairs. Not all engine repairs are serious and costly, but if you don't have minor repairs done promptly they can escalate into major headaches. Catching problems with your engine is easy if you stay alert to signs of potential trouble. Here are some indications of engine trouble that should be checked out by a mechanic: Unusual Odors And Noises
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  • Older Automatic Truck Not Driving As Well? Signs It May Be The Transmission

    If you have an older truck, anything can go wrong with it, including the transmission. If this happens, it is important that you get it repaired as quickly as you can. If the transmission completely goes out, you won't be able to drive your truck at all. Below are four signs that you are having problems with the transmission. Weird Sounds and Responses If your truck is making sounds or feels different when driving, this is a sign of trouble.
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  • Routine Car Care: 6 Items to Keep in Your Car for Emergency Needs

    There are a lot of things that you should be doing to your car on a routine basis to make sure you are doing your best to prevent issues with it from arising. Some of these things include making sure you check all the fluids, check the tire air pressure and take it in for things like an oil change, a tune up and an AC charging. However, there are also other ways you should be prepared that some people don't always think of.
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  • 4 Auto Repair Tips To Help You Prepare For Hot Weather And Summer Road Trips

    Soon, the weather outside is going to be hot, and this is something that will come just in time for your summer road trips. Therefore, it is a good idea to do the maintenance and repairs needed to prepare your car for warm weather. Here are some auto repair tips to help prepare your car with maintenance and repairs to get ready for the hot weather this summer. 1. Changing The Fluids For Better Auto Performance In Warm Weather
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