The engine air filter prevents harmful debris, dirt, and contaminants from entering your engine; the air filter clamp is a relatively small but critical part of this system. The band creates an air-tight seal around the filter to protect the air filter from contamination and ensure that only clean air passes through the engine systems.
An axle is a rod or shaft that rotates the wheels and supports the weight of your vehicle. Axles are essential components of any vehicle—if they break, it’s a major repair. Wobble or Vibration When you’ve bent or broken an axle shaft, like the one shown above, one of the first signs you’ll notice is
Tread depth is the distance from the deepest part of the tread groove to the very top of the tread block. Regularly checking your tire’s tread depth can help you determine when it is time to replace your tires. Below are three common ways to check your tread depth. Checking Tread Depth At-Home: The Penny
Going to a drive-in movie is a nostalgic summer experience and, thankfully, one of the few summer activities that’s truly socially distancing friendly. Massachusetts has determined that drive-in theatres are permitted to open under Phase 1 of the Reopening Plan. Here are a few noteworthy drive-ins in New England that are still opening for the
Changing the oil in your car is usually a quick and painless process. So why do many people delay in replacing their oil until there’s a visible problem? A lot of drivers rely on mileage as a gauge for when their oil needs to be replaced, but there are a lot of other factors come
Big news! A pop-up drive-in theater is coming to Gillette Stadium! Showcase Cinemas de Lux, located inside of Patriot Place at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, will be offering movie showings through the month of June—and tickets are $20 per car! How to Get Your Tickets This pop-up drive-in will only be open for a limited
Alignments are one of the services that are easy to skip—many drivers don’t notice how poor their vehicle’s alignment is, and how necessary this service is, until there’s a serious problem. When should I bring my car in for an alignment? An alignment service is important to do when: You notice uneven tire wear. You
We are remaining open during the COVID-19 pandemic as we service a wide variety of vehicles in which our community relies on including emergency and delivery vehicles. We’re extending our pick-up and delivery service. Please know we have extended our pick-up and delivery service to all customers to help minimize the impact and provide peace of
Similar to gas mileage, the wear and tear on your brakes will vary depending on where and how you drive. Disc brakes tend to wear out faster because they slow the vehicle by creating friction with the brake pads, and will eventually need to be replaced. Maintaining your disc brake rotors is critical to the
The ABS light a dashboard warning light that is tied to sensors in the anti-lock brake system. These lights are usually yellow or orange or even red in some vehicles. They typically look like the letters ABS in a circle and flanked by two parentheses, or just letters ABS. What is ABS? The anti-lock braking