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Regularly maintained oil changes are essential to the health of your vehicle’s engine. This is especially important when your vehicle starts racking up the miles, causing your engine to burn off small amounts of oil every drive. Old models also tend to burn off more oil than newer ones. If you’re unsure just how quickly … Continued
A well-maintained engine will increase your vehicle’s longevity as the number of miles add up. If preventative maintenance measures are not taken, there is a higher chance of more expensive repairs in the long run. Here are just a few ways you can show some love to your engine while its under your care: Perform … Continued
There’s something extremely satisfying about getting into a newly cleaned vehicle. It must have something to do with the dust-free dash, crumb-free carpet, clean and glossy exterior paint, and much more. We’d be happy to share a few car cleaning tips that you could implement to get your car in tip-top shape: Wash the outside … Continued
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, referred to as ASE for short, was established in 1972 to improve the overall quality of repairs done on vehicles by testing and setting a standard for vehicle technicians. There are nearly 300,000 automotive technicians/service professionals that have received ASE certification. If you’re interested in becoming a ASE … Continued
Coolant, also widely known as antifreeze, is an essential component to your engine system. Read our latest blog to learn more! It usually consists of a 50/50 ratio of ethylene, or propylene glycol, and water that absorbs heat from the engine and disperses it through the radiator. Additionally, the heat is distributed through the heat … Continued
There can be nothing worse than a small dent in your new car. The good news for you is that removing small dents can be a “do it yourself” job and save you a ton of money versus going to a professional. There are some pretty simple tips and tricks to removing the dents with … Continued
Small, but essential to the functioning of your internal combustion engine, is the humble spark plug. Read our blog to learn more! Its purpose is to transmit an electrical signal from the ignition to create a spark, which in turn ignites the air-fuel mixture inside the combustion chamber. Spark plugs are uniquely designed for the … Continued
There are many car owners that do not understand the importance of preventative maintenance. Read our blog to see why it’s important to do so and how it can save you money! There are many car owners that do not understand the importance of preventative maintenance. The struggle that most people have with it is … Continued
There is only so much that you can do as a driver to keep your car from overheating. When you are driving in the hot sun, especially in stop and go types of driving scenarios, this can lead your engine to overheating. Outside of the warmer exterior weather, the issue normally lies with your engine’s … Continued
When it comes to our vehicle’s headlights, there are two factors that contribute to the dreaded foggy look we’ve all seen and maybe even experienced: road debris and UV rays from the sun. Both wear away at the protective coating on headlights. Here are some tips on how to clean your highlights yourself. Cleaning with … Continued
