Straight to the Point (Alignment Signs of Problems) It’s just common sense that your vehicle will drive better if all the wheels are lined up with each other and the road the way the engineers intended.  When they’re not, that is called being out of alignment.   Here are some signs that your alignment has […]

Putting a Stop to Brake Problems (Brake Service) It’s safe to say that most drivers take their brakes for granted.  You press on the brake pedal and the vehicle slows down or stops.  It’s easy to see why it is so important for your vehicle’s brakes to be working correctly.  Brakes are an important safety […]

The Light Many Drivers Fear (Check Engine Light) Ask just about any driver about one thing they fear seeing inside their vehicle and they’ll say it’s the Check Engine light coming on. You know, that little light on your instrument panel that is in the shape of a vehicle engine, often accompanied by the words […]

Regular oil changes are essential to prevent oil sludge buildup in your vehicle’s engine. As oil ages, it can turn into a jelly-like substance that clogs oil passages and prevents oil from reaching critical engine components, leading to premature wear and costly repairs. To avoid this, it is recommended to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for […]

The holidays are over, you’re running around trying to return those Christmas gifts and you are ready to go home. You get in your Car and turn the Key and nothing happens but a clicking noise. What could possibly be the problem? The most common problem in this situation is the Battery. You could check […]

A driver who uses his or her ears has a leg up on those who don’t.  In addition to noises helping you be aware of traffic, they can give you clues to potential problems in your vehicle.  One noise to pay attention to is growling. Growling is a universally recognizable noise; you know it when […]

Think of how much technology has changed vehicles in the last several years. And there’s a lot more coming. Many will remember when drivers were the ones who had complete control of several driving functions: steering, braking, and skid and accident prevention, just to name a few. Thanks to computers, high-tech systems in the vehicle […]

Of all the parts of a vehicle we take for granted, the doors must be near the top of the list. We open them to get in, lock them, and use the rear child locks to keep the kids safe. But what in the world happens when you can’t open or close one or more […]

Some new vehicle manufacturers are now recommending much higher oil change intervals than they have in the past. As much as 5,000 to 8,000 miles or more. Following these recommendations is very important to avoid engine damage. When you go too long between oil changes, oil starts to turn to sludge. This causes small oil […]