As summer approaches, many of us look forward to road trips and adventures. However, nothing can ruin a vacation faster than a vehicle breakdown. To ensure your vehicle is ready for the heat and long drives, a pre-summer maintenance routine is essential. This months’ blog post covers the importance of this routine and highlights seven key maintenance items to check before hitting the road.
The electrical system of a vehicle is like the nervous system in a human body: it sends signals to every part, ensuring they function together seamlessly. When a component of your vehicle’s electrical system fails, it can impact the overall operation of the vehicle. In this month’s blog post, we review electrical system basics.
As the winter frost thaws and spring blossoms, it’s time for vehicle owners to pay attention to their trusty batteries. Neglecting spring battery maintenance can lead to frustrating breakdowns and unexpected expenses. In this blog post, we explore common battery issues, how to manage them, and ways to extend battery longevity.
In recent times, vehicle owners have been feeling the pinch as the cost of fuel continues to rise. This increase is not just a minor inconvenience; it’s a significant dent in your income, especially for those who rely heavily on their vehicles for daily commuting or business purposes. However, there are ways to combat this issue by maximizing fuel efficiency. In this month’s blog, we examine ways to lessen the impact of fuel costs by increasing your vehicle’s fuel efficiency.
Do you know what type of automatic transmission is in your vehicle? Most likely if you purchased your vehicle within the last ten to fifteen years, it has a more advanced transmission called the continuous variable transmission, or CVT. The CVT is a form of automatic transmission that does not require driving input to change gears but operates differently from the conventional automatic. In this month’s blog post, we compare it with the traditional automatic transmission, explore how it operates, its benefits, common problems, and preventative maintenance tasks.
Winter is here, and with it comes the challenge of withstanding the harsh elements of the season. Cold weather can affect your vehicle’s engine, fluids, tires, and more, leading to reduced performance, increased wear, and potential damage. In this blog post, we explain how winter weather affects your vehicle, what signs to look for when there are problems, and how to combat winter weather damage in your vehicle.
Have you noticed oil stains consistently underneath your vehicle? Are you replenishing your oil on a regular basis? If so, you may be experiencing an oil leak. Oil leaks are a serious matter because they can cause damage to your vehicle’s engine. In this month’s blog post, we review common causes for an oil leak and what is required to address these issues.
As a vehicle owner, maintaining your car’s tires is crucial for driving performance and your safety. This is especially important as the fall weather changes with wet road surfaces, slippery leaves, and less daylight hours. Ongoing maintenance of tires includes some tasks that you can handle on your own, while others need to be serviced by a professional. In this month’s blog post, we review tire maintenance basics so that you can extend the life of your tires and operate your vehicle safely this fall season.
Your vehicle’s electrical system is often overlooked until a critical vehicle component or function fails. The electrical system is vital to your vehicle’s operation, and vehicle owners should be familiar with the more common problems that may result from electrical system issues. In this month’s blog post, we examine the electrical system and a few of the common problems you may experience.
Engine oil is indispensable for the efficient functioning of your vehicle’s engine and so is the transmission fluid for the effective operation of your vehicle’s transmission. When the transmission fluid level decreases due to various factors, it can jeopardize your transmission. A jeopardized transmission can result in a total transmission breakdown, which can be a costly issue for vehicle owners. In this blog post, we explore the typical indicators of low transmission fluid to help you avert a complete failure of your vehicle’s transmission.
