Your vehicle’s battery has a lot to do! It provides electrical power to start the engine. It sends power to operate all of the cabin accessories, such as the stereo, lighting, and the blower motor for the A/C and defroster. It powers the instrument panel so… Read more

The braking system on your vehicle is just as important as the drivetrain that moves it under power. While your engine and transmission provide the “GO”, it’s your brakes that slow you down when you’re ready to “WHOA”! On all vehicles, brakes take a… Read more

Tune Up Your Vehicle For Maximum Performance Fifty years ago, vehicles needed a “tune-up” about every 25,000 to 40,000 miles. Electrical systems were very simple back then, but they had many parts that would wear out very quickly. It was not uncommon to… Read more

Whenever your “Check Engine” or “Check” light comes on while you’re driving, you need to pay attention to it immediately. It doesn’t necessarily mean there’s something drastically wrong with your car, but that IS a possibility. One thing is for sure…… Read more

For many consumers, taking their vehicle in for service or repair can cause anxiety and lead them to postpone necessary maintenance and repairs. Neglecting routine service can cause more expensive repairs later. Our no-nonsense blog here provides tips and… Read more

We believe a well maintained vehicle runs better, lasts longer, has a higher resale value, and saves you money in the long run. Studies show that $1 spent on maintaining your vehicle will save between $17 and $22 on unnecessary repairs and replacement costs.… Read more

Your shock absorbers (or struts on most vehicles today) have a primary function: To help you maintain control of your vehicle. And even though you think of them as the reason your vehicle rides so nicely over bumps, it’s actually working hard to keep the… Read more

All it takes is a storm like the recent “Polar Vortex” to remind us of just how much we need to rely on our vehicles to keep us safe. And while it looks like Winter will start to mellow out over the next couple of weeks, it’s always safe and prudent to keep… Read more

Looks like winter isn’t quite done with us! With near-record snowfalls this season, the weather has definitely put your car or truck to the test. Let’s make sure you can get through the rest of the season safely. Check your fluids…all of them…and make… Read more

The new year is here, so it’s time to make those resolutions to help keep the car in better shape next year.  In the spirit of 2019, here are 19 car care tips to help you make this year the best yet! Get to know your owner’s manual. There’s valuable… Read more