With the hot weather this summer has brought us, your vehicle could be at risk of overheating. Most of our A/Cs are on full blast anytime we’re in the car which puts increased stress on the engine and could cause it to overheat– even if you keep up on regular maintainence. It’s important to know […]
Uber prides themselves on the quality and ease of their services– so it’s important that their customers have a ride they can trust. That’s why Uber requires all of their drivers to have a mutli-point inspection performed by a trusted automotive facility. In order for your vehicle to be eligible for the road, it needs to […]
Most every car today contains a rechargeable 12-volt battery. This battery powers all of the electrical components in your car, from the engine’s control computer and ignition system, to the radio and headlights. Why did the battery light come on? The battery is vital to the car’s operation but, like all batteries, it will eventually go dead if it’s […]
In Massachusetts, the minimum tire tread depth is 2/32 inches. This means that all of your tires must have at least 2/32 inches of tread depth in the proper grooves, and be without any fabric breaks or exposed cords. New tires typically come with 10/32” or 11/32” tread depths, and some truck, SUV, and winter tires […]
Your cabin air filter probably isn’t top of mind when you think about regular maintenance. But this part plays an important role in keeping debris from entering the vehicle’s cabin. What is a cabin air filter? The cabin air filter, as its name might suggest, is what keeps the vehicle’s cabin clean. As air comes into […]
As most drivers know, gas prices often go up during the summer months starting around Memorial Day. Summer travel creates an increase in demand, refineries have to undergo spring maintenance which limits production, and natural disasters like hurricanes can disrupt international distribution chains. But gasoline sold during the summer is also chemically different than gas […]
Driving without two functioning headlights isn’t just dangerous– it’s illegal. Thankfully, a headlight replacement is fairly easy to do yourself if you know how. In this article and we’ll walk you through the process: Identify Your Bulb Type First, it’s important to identify both the correct bulb type and wattage so you buy a replacement. […]
Now that warmer weather is finally in sight, it’s time to start thinking about AC maintenance. The AC compressor is one of the most important parts of your car’s cooling system. The compressor pressurizes and distributes refrigerant which, in turn, cools the incoming air. If there is a problem with the compressor, the rest of […]
A Cleaner Alternative? Shell Releases Natural Gas-Based Motor Oil For years, base oil has typically been derived from crude oil and converted to make motor oils. Today, that changes as Shell has given its customers a new option: premium motor oil made from natural gas. Natural gas has long been seen as a strong alternative […]
It’s normal for tires to become worn over time, especially after a few New England winters, but irregular wear may force you to replace a tire sooner rather than later. Regularly checking the tread depth and wear condition of each tire on your car can help you maximize the value of your tires and help […]