Agawam auto repair Archives - V&F Auto Inc

Check Your Heating System: Get A Cabin Air Filter Replacement

The cabin air filter is a small, pleated filter that cleans the air entering your car’s passenger cabin. As air flows through your car’s HVAC system, it’s directed through this material to trap contaminants like dust, dirt, and pollen before they have a chance to enter your vehicle. In the winter months, when your heat […]

Do I need to check my wheel alignment?

A wheel alignment is a normal repair for your vehicle. As you drive, your wheels are in constant contact with the road which can cause them to become misaligned—and create even bigger issues for peripheral systems. Simply running into a curb or a pothole can jumpstart severe misalignment, even if you don’t notice a difference […]

The Most Common Problems With Traction Control

Traction control and ABS are the foundational elements of a car’s stability control system. Traction control piggybacks on the antilock brake system (ABS) to detect tire slip during acceleration and maintain traction while accelerating. ABS does the same for braking. It uses the vehicle’s electronic stability systems to compare the vehicle’s trajectory with where the […]

Winter Car Care Tips

Winter is finally here! And you don’t want to find yourself underprepared for the weather that Old Man Winter has in store this season. Planning ahead is the best way to make sure your car is ready when cold weather strikes. Here are some helpful Winter Car Care Safety to help you get ready. Schedule […]