Jun 5, 2019

There are many factors that influence how often you need an oil change. Climate, the distance you drive, loads you haul, and the type of vehicle play into the calculation of how often you need an oil change. For example, if you only drive short distances, you will need an oil change at different times than someone who frequently drives for long stretches....

May 6, 2019

Car engines need oil in order to function properly. The oil lubricates the engine so that there is no friction in the engine and parts can move in their designated patterns without overheating the engine. Over time, oil is used and needs to be replaced. So, when should you get an oil change in your vehicle? The answer may vary based on several factors, so here...

Apr 5, 2019

As mechanics, one of the questions we are asked the most is, “How often should I get my oil changed?”. It’s a hard question to answer because everyone owns different types of cars and everyone uses their vehicle differently. Some people are commuting hours to work every day, others are doing a couple short errands a week, and others still are doing...

Mar 5, 2019

Vehicles are expensive and whether you paid for yours with cash or are making monthly payments, you’ve spent a lot of money on your transportation. The reason it’s important to remember how much you’ve spent on your car is because that should be a good motivation for taking good care of it. Some aspects of car maintenance aren’t an option — your car needs...

Feb 5, 2019

First things first, you need to understand what exactly wheel alignment consists of, so we’ll break that down into a few basic details. Driving a car causes the tilt of the wheels to become shifted in their position over time. Sometimes that shifting is minimal enough that you don’t notice, but sometimes it can lead to a flat tire or damage to the axel of your...

Jan 4, 2019

Professionals highly recommend yearly vehicle tune-ups, but many people ignore that advice and opt for waiting until something breaks before having their car fixed. Preventative maintenance offers peace of mind and a safe travel experience, so it’s important to make vehicle tune-ups a priority. By scheduling vehicle tune-ups on a regular basis, you can avoid a...

Dec 5, 2018

If you’ve recently bought a new or gently used car, you’ll find that you’re attentive to even the tiniest dent or scratch. However, after a while, you might neglect these smaller forms of damage. As a car owner, you need to do your best to take good care of the investment that you’ve made. Some of the maintenance your car requires happens under the hood but...

Nov 2, 2018

Depending on who you talk to, wheel alignments are needed annually, every couple of years, whenever you buy new tires, or practically never needed. So, why is there such a disparity? The reason is that alignments need to be done when they need to be done. There isn’t any set timeline to follow or recommendation. You could get a wheel alignment done today and...

Oct 2, 2018

There are certainly plenty of people content with how their new car rolled off the assembly line and wouldn’t change a thing. However, many people lean toward doing modifications to put their own personal touch on their vehicle. One of the most popular ways to do that is custom paint jobs. So, why should you consider going this route? Here are the top benefits...

Sep 3, 2018

You’ve probably heard the adage, “hope for the best, plan for the worst.” How that relates to auto repair is that you hope you never need it, but you know you need to plan for the inevitable problems that can and will surface from time to time. While there isn’t any definitive timeline for any potential auto repair issues, here are a few guidelines that can...

Aug 2, 2018

Hitting the highway with a cooler full of drinks, a bag of snacks, a killer playlist, and a few games in mind for entertaining the kids is a great way to get out and see the world. A road trip is almost always more about the journey than the destination. However, if you do have a few spots you plan to see, you don’t want to miss them because you are stuck...

Jul 2, 2018

Everyone knows that regular maintenance is needed to keep your vehicle running its best and to avoid costly breakdowns. However, you should know that maintenance goes beyond changing the oil, rotating the tires, and filling fluids. There is one more thing you should include in your maintenance regime if you want to avoid a costly auto repair – timing belt...