Engine Overheating How to cool an overheating engine? With the hot weather this summer has brought us, your vehicle is at risk of overheating. Most of us have our A/C on full blast which could trigger our engine to overheat. Even if you maintain your vehicle well, this can still occur. So it is important […]
Catalytic Converter Catalytic converters are used in exhaust systems to reduce toxic by-products of fuel into less hazardous substances. These less hazardous substances include carbon dioxide, water vapor, and nitrogen gas. Toxic by-products are chemicals such as nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and hydrocarbons (in the form of unburned gasoline). The catalytic converter contains a honeycomb […]
Loud Noise from Clutch Area… …turns into a costly repair! Below is information about the clutch system and its components. Later in this article, we will share a story of a customer experience that occurred at V&F this week! Clutch System This system is made up of the following components: Flywheel & Pressure plate: bolted together and are […]
Bald Tires caused a customer to experience a rattle coming from their car while at highway speeds (70-75 MPH). Upon completion of the technician’s inspection, we came to the conclusion that the customer’s vehicle needed all four tires! The tires were out of balance and bald; which was causing the vehicle to vibrate. Tires are a consistent […]
Believe it or not, the New Year is right around the corner! What is your New Year’s resolution? Still trying to think of the perfect one? Why not save yourself money? How about you choose to commit to staying on top of your vehicle’s routine maintenance? Your car will certainly benefit from regular, scheduled maintenance, and it will save […]
Being a savvy shopper is usually a good idea. But when it comes to auto repair in Southwick, MA – or wherever you are – it can actually be more beneficial to build a relationship with your mechanic rather than chasing the deal of the week! Think about how often you rely on your automobile […]
While you’re packing and planning the yearly trip over the river and through the woods to Grandma’s house, it’s important to make sure that your car is just as prepared for journey as you are. While drivers tend to make sure their vehicle maintenance is up-to-date for frequent summer trips, most people overlook the added […]
When the cool fall weather starts, it’s important to make sure that your car is prepared for the coming drop in temperature. Our Fall Car Care list highlights the different areas of your car that you should pay special attention to this month. Battery Varying temperatures can have a huge impact on your car’s batteries, especially […]
When your car needs to be serviced or repaired, you want to bring it to a shop you can rely on. You should feel confident the mechanic you choose will show your car, truck, SUV or minivan as much care and attention as you do! But how do you find the right auto repair shop […]
When it comes to auto repair in Feeding Hills, West Springfield and Southwick, MA, you’ll quickly notice that you have quite a few shops and auto mechanics to choose from. The process of choosing the best auto repair shop can be overwhelming, but your automobile is one of your largest investments and auto repair services […]