Brakes are made up of more than just brake pads—it’s actually a complex system that needs to be running smoothly for best performance. Here are all the things mechanics look at during a brake check. Hydraulics Like many systems in a vehicle, the brake system has a...
The heat wave has arrived, and the race to stay cool has begun. While your vehicle’s A/C breaking down or losing its effectiveness is not the end of the world, it is especially dangerous on those sweltering days where even open windows do not help. Drivers can easily...
Over time, a vehicle can cost someone thousands and thousands of dollars in routine maintenance and repairs. However, it’s also one of the best investments you can make, so you want to make sure you’re taking care of it and not causing costly repairs that could have...
When you’re preparing for a long road trip, it’s always best to be prepared for anything. Prepping your car helps prevent being stuck on the side of the road because of a break down that could have been fixed with a simple tune-up. Maintenance tasks for the driver:...
With warmer weather comes summer storms, which can make driving difficult if your vehicle’s windshield wipers are starting to deteriorate. Watch out for: Hardened Rubber. Check the rubber of your windshield wipers to see if they still have good flexibility. If it’s...
