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Check Engine Light vs Maintenance Required: Key Differences

Check Engine Light vs Maintenance Required: Key Differences

24th May 2017

Most modern-day vehicles have two different lights within the dash: a maintenance required light, and a check engine light. Some drivers assume they are the same, believing their car needs servicing w … Read More...

How to Check Your Tire's Air Pressure

How to Check Your Tire's Air Pressure

19th May 2017

According to a 2003 NHTSA report, more than 10,000 non-fatal and 400 fatal accidents occurs each year as a result of flat tires and blowouts. When there's too much air in the tire, there's a great … Read More...

How to Keep Your Car Battery Charged

How to Keep Your Car Battery Charged

10th May 2017

The battery plays an important role in the function of a modern-day automobile. Also known as the starting-lighting-ignition (SLI) device, it distributes power to all electrical systems, including the … Read More...

Understanding the Mechanics of a Timing Belt

Understanding the Mechanics of a Timing Belt

4th May 2017

Many drivers overlook the importance of changing their vehicle's timing belt. In doing so, however, they place themselves at a greater risk of an accident while also potentially damaging the engin … Read More...

Aftermarket vs OEM Parts: What's the Difference?

Aftermarket vs OEM Parts: What's the Difference?

28th Apr 2017

When shopping for auto parts, you generally have one of two options: aftermarket or original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Whether it's a gear shift, spark plugs, brake pads, headlights, etc., most au … Read More...

Summer Driving and Car Maintenance Tips

Summer Driving and Car Maintenance Tips

20th Apr 2017

With summer right around the corner, there's no better time than now to familiarize yourself with the following driving and car maintenance tips.Check Your BatteryThe transition from spring to winter … Read More...