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Effective breaks are crucial to not only your safety, but the safety of others on the road. With this being the case, it is important to train yourself to be aware of any irregularities in your ride around town. Depending only on your dashboard brake light, you may find yourself catching the problem too late. … Continued
TPMS stands for “Tire Pressure Monitoring System”. This is a function that all passenger vehicles, weighing under 10,000 pounds and sold after September 1, 2007, must have according to the TREAD Act of 2000. Why Your Light Is On The light primarily alerts the driver when the tire pressure is too low or too high. … Continued
Almost everyone who’s been through a tough & cold winter is familiar with the annoyance of the dreaded dead car battery and the need for a jump start. However, it may surprise you to know that it’s not just the cold that can shorten the battery life, but the heat as well! If you aren’t … Continued
As winter comes to an end, it’s time to get your car ready for spring driving & summer road trips. National Car Care Month, supported by the Car Care Council reminds you to take car of any issues that may have occurred or been ignored during winter. Chances are, your vehicle is the second largest … Continued
Spring season is just a day away! Millions of Americans will take to the roads to enjoy the upcoming months of warmer weather. The friendly folks at The Car Care Council remind motorists that it’s a perfect time of year to make sure your vehicle is in tip top condition & ready for the upcoming … Continued
Are your brakes exhibiting signs of serious issues? Give our shop a call and one of our friendly techs will be able to get you squared away! Or, check out our blog to learn more about the warning signs ahead of larger brake issues. To not only save you time, but more importantly money. Why it’s … Continued
There are many mechanical and electrical components that are crucial to keeping your vehicle running! One of those key components is your car battery. A car battery is often the most underrated and most important piece of equipment your car needs to power on & drive, without it you could never start your vehicle. The … Continued
What’s the number one most important feature of your car? No, it’s not the top speed your car can hit…It’s your brakes! Brakes are the number one most valuable safety system of your vehicle. A lot of components go into making your brakes as effective as they can be, and there are many checks you … Continued
Fall is here and soon the temperatures will be getting colder. Since low temperatures lead to sluggish batteries, your chances of experiencing a dead car battery will be increased. As the colder months approach, you will not only want to be equipped with a quality set of jumper cables in your car, you will also … Continued
It’s starting to get nice and warm and summer is around the corner. If you’re often in your vehicle using it as a daily commuter, that means your car is taking a beating almost every single day. And with the temperatures rising, it may cause you to worry even more about the vehicle overheating. That … Continued
