When your tires are continuously losing air, it can be super frustrating. The pressure-checks and top-offs required to keep them at them properly inflated and functioning are incredibly time-consuming and inconvenient. Before you shell out a few hundred dollars to get your tires replaced, here are a few things to consider. Temperature Changes Sudden drops […]
Unfortunately, dealing with a flat tire is something that every driver encounters at least once. Here are some tips for how to safely and effectively change your tire when you’re in a tight spot. Contact Roadside Assistance For many people, the best thing to do is contact roadside assistance. If you belong to AAA or […]
The drive belt, also known as the serpentine belt, is a critical part of the engine. It works with the idler, tensioner, and pulleys inside the engine to power the air conditioning, alternator, power steering, and sometimes the cooling system water pump. The drive belt operates whenever the vehicle is running—if it’s not functioning properly, […]
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 […]
No matter how well you treat your vehicle, car batteries will wear out every few years and need to be replaced. Before you go out and buy a new car battery at your local auto parts store, it’s important to investigate with your mechanic to make sure that’s the right fix for your existing car […]
Belt replacement is a key part of auto repair and preventative maintenance. Thanks to modern manufacturing, many of the belts in your engine can last months or even years but that means that replacement recommendations have also had to change and adapt. When do my belts need to be replaced? Most mechanics will probably suggest […]
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 […]