How to Spot Common Fuel System Issues In Your Car
Have you noticed your car doesn’t have the get-up-and-go like it used to? Or maybe you’re filling up your gas tank more often than you’d like. Is there a dashboard warning light that you are [...]
Is An Auto Transmission Fluid Flush Or Exchange Better?
I've heard lots of controversy over which transmission service is better: a fluid exchange or a fluid flush. I think it comes down to automotive experience and routine maintenance habits. New car owners who follow [...]
Why Is My Car Shaking So Much When Driving?
Car shaking is a very common but often ignored phenomenon - especially when it is intermittent or mild. As a society, we are pretty busy with work, family, and leisure activities 24/7. Taking time out [...]
Road Salt Safety Tips: Winter Driving Can Be Stressful
Driving any distance during bad winter weather can be stressful. Hidden hazards can lurk under fallen leaves, in puddles, and over bridges. Ice can quickly form when our chilly fall temperatures drop into the 30s, [...]
What’s My Car’s Low Tire Pressure Indicator Light For?
It's that time of year again. With the cooler temperatures of Fall, we see the return of cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice flavored everything, and the low tire pressure indicator light shining on our dashboard. Now, [...]
Engine Oil: How Do You Choose The Correct Type For Your Car?
Whether you drive a brand-new hybrid or a classic muscle car, choosing the correct engine oil can be daunting. There is an astonishing amount of oil formulas to choose from these days. Most oil manufacturers [...]
Car Stalling: Is It My Alternator Or Battery?
There's nothing as frustrating as having your day turned upside down due to frequent car stalling. I'm not sure about you, but my day doesn't have time to find an alternative mode of transportation. If [...]
Is My Car’s Cooling System and HVAC The Same Thing?
Is my car's cooling system and HVAC system the same thing? I often hear this question because some people use the terms interchangeably. In truth, they are actually different systems that perform different tasks. Think [...]
Summertime Car Maintenance Checklist
Summer is in full swing, and most of us are preparing for our annual camping, hiking, and fishing trips. While you may be busy packing all your gear for your summertime adventures, remember to schedule [...]
All About Hybrid Oil Change: Service Intervals & Maintenance
More drivers want to replace their traditional gas-powered car with a new hybrid vehicle. If you fall into this category, there are a few differences in hybrid maintenance to note. Below are details regarding Hybrid [...]