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Preventive Maintenance: Save on Repairs & Prolong Car Life

Preventive Maintenance: Save on Repairs & Prolong Car Life

18th May 2023

Preventive maintenance is essential to making your vehicle last. As the name suggests, it encompasses automotive maintenance tasks that are designed to prevent failures. Some drivers wait until their … Read More...

Comparing Automotive Battery Terminal Materials

Comparing Automotive Battery Terminal Materials

12th May 2023

What type of battery terminals does your vehicle use? All cars, trucks, SUVs and other vehicles have battery terminals. Consisting of a pair of conductive contacts, they are used to connect battery ca … Read More...

Slipped Serpentine Belts: A Common Problem You Need to Know

Slipped Serpentine Belts: A Common Problem You Need to Know

28th Apr 2023

If you hear a squeaking or squealing sound originating from your vehicle's engine bay when driving, you may be dealing with a slipped serpentine belt. It's an all-too-common problem that affects vehic … Read More...

6 Common Fuel Myths Debunked

6 Common Fuel Myths Debunked

21st Apr 2023

How often do you fill up your vehicle at the pump? If your vehicle has an internal combustion engine (ICE) -- or even a hybrid engine -- you'll have to fill it up. While electric vehicles are becoming … Read More...

What Are Run Flat Tires? Get the Facts

What Are Run Flat Tires? Get the Facts

24th Mar 2023

Getting a flat tire is more than just a nuisance; it's a safety hazard. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), flat tires and "blowouts" are responsible for over 400 … Read More...

Understanding Exhaust Smoke Colors and Their Meanings

Understanding Exhaust Smoke Colors and Their Meanings

10th Mar 2023

What's the color of your vehicle's exhaust smoke? All vehicles with an internal combustion engine (ICE) produce exhaust gases. It's the byproduct of combustion. As your vehicle's engine burns gas and … Read More...