Keep an eye underneath where you normally park your car. Are you seeing any drips or puddles? If so, it is important to figure out where the fluid is seeping from – it could...
Your engine requires adequate oil to run properly. Engine oil acts to dissipate heat, while it lubricates and cleans the internal moving parts of the engine. Just a quick check of your oil level...
Check out this video! The Ignition System Spark plug wires degrade with time, and can short circuit. This can create a visible “arc”. If your spark plug wires are worn, you may notice one...
Maybe you are, but your car may not be! Is it time for a “tune-up”? Are you noticing any of the following? Decreased gas mileage Noticeable loss of power Engine running rough, hesitating or...
We had a 2007 Chrysler (with only 88,000 miles!) in last week with failing motor mounts. The amount of movement that occurred between the engine and the engine compartment (without the engine falling out...
5 Things You Need to Know About Shocks and Struts Shocks and struts are an important part of your vehicle’s suspension system. In addition to making your car a much more comfortable ride, these...
We often have customers come to our shops who started going to a dealership for their repairs after they bought their car, but are now looking for an alternative. So we get to hear...
Car Accident Checklist – Be Prepared! Nothing like a fender bender- or something worse – to ruin your day! If you know what information to gather after an accident, things can go more smoothly...
Water pumps and freezing temperatures! Severe cold like we experienced recently can cause some systems in your vehicle to fail. What causes the failures? In particular, we saw several water pumps that sprouted leaks....
The first snow storm of the season came and went quickly, but this second storm is a doozy!! Slippery roads are sending more than a few cars sliding into curbs. Have you hit a...