With rising gas prices, it’s more important than ever to be aware of your vehicle’s fuel economy. In general, many aspects of your car’s overall system can affect how well your gas mileage does, but here are some of the most common reasons why there may be an issue....
It’s probably happened to you before: you’re driving, and suddenly this new smell appears out of nowhere. A lot of the time that can just be outside odors like manure getting into the air ventilation system, but sometimes it means there’s an issue with your car. Here...
Safe driving also involves staying on top of your car’s maintenance to avoid preventable break downs. Let’s go over some of the best maintenance tasks to check off this fall: Check the owner’s manual. First things first: you should always reference your vehicle’s...
Before your college kid leaves for a new year, make sure they’re prepared for the drive and the months of driving they’ll have to do around their campus. Check tire pressure and tire tread. One of the best ways to help maintain your tires and prevent uneven wear is...
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...
