Oct 15, 2019

Here at Kevin’s Car Repair & Body Shop LLC, we want to help you take care of your car. While many people can do basic car maintenance procedures like changing the oil, when it comes to more complicated measures or repairs, you’ll probably need to take your car to an auto body shop. Our team understands that it can be hard to find a reliable body shop, so in...

Sep 5, 2019

Brakes are an essential system for any car, truck, or other vehicle. You cannot drive without reliable brakes! This is why it is important to choose a reliable mechanic to help you repair and maintain your brakes. Here are a few of the traits you should keep in mind as you hire a mechanic for brake repair: Experience: To ensure that your brakes are...

Aug 5, 2019

You cannot drive your car without brakes. Not only are brakes an essential part of regulating speed and maneuvering your car, but they are also an essential part of the safety of your vehicle. You should regularly check your brake system for problems. If your brakes begin to squeak, or if they feel less responsive than usual, it is likely time for some...

Jul 5, 2019

Your car does an important job for you. In most cases, you car is your primary way to travel. From work to home, from school to the store, you need your car to get you from place to place. Most of the time, your car works great. However, you may need to take advantage of car repair services in order to keep your car going day after day. There are several car...

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...