If you have bad wheel bearings and you don’t replace them in time, something terrible could happen: your vehicle’s tire/wheel could break off, sending your vehicle out-of-control, causing a fatal accident. Yikes! An Overview of Wheel Bearings So what are wheel bearings? They’re basically components of a vehicle’s breaking, steering and suspension systems. They allow… Read more »
Tips for Finding the Right Mechanic Shop
What are some tips for finding the right mechanic shop for you and your vehicle(s)? Make and Model Familiarity First, make sure that the mechanic you choose is familiar with your type of vehicle and has both the knowledge and tools to work on it properly. For instance, some mechanics are very good at dealing… Read more »
Signs of a Bad Driveshaft
A vehicle’s driveshaft has a purpose– to transmit torque (a twisting force produced by the engine) to the wheels of the vehicle. The driveshaft is essentially the shaft that drives a vehicle, so it’s a critical component of any car or truck. How would you know if you might have a bad driveshaft? What are… Read more »
Does My Car Need a Coolant Flush?
What do you know about car coolant? Also known as antifreeze, car coolant is a special fluid that runs through your engine to help it maintain a correct operating temperature range. It’s made from either ethylene glycol or propylene, along with water and some protective additives. Color-wise, it’s usually green, blue or pink in color…. Read more »
A Beginner’s Guide to Your Vehicle’s Brake System
So what should vehicle owners know about their brakes? Well, the short answer is this: if your brakes aren’t working, you’re in trouble! Obviously, cars need brakes to work well, in order to slow down and stop. Without brakes, there’d be plenty of crashes. Technical Aspects of Brakes What about some of the technical aspects… Read more »
What Vehicle Owners Should Know About Their Windshield Wipers
You don’t really think about windshield wipers unless they’re not doing their job. If and when they’re not working well, then we have a problem. “I can’t see out of my windows,” you say to yourself, and then you decide to do something about the problem– you need new wipers, right? The Evolution of Windshield… Read more »
What Is a Car Diagnostic Test?
What is a car diagnostic test? If and when your vehicle has issues or problems, a mechanic can perform a professional diagnosis whereas he or she properly identifies the issue and rectifies it. This test can ultimately help vehicle owners save time and money. Professional Car Diagnostics Tests When might you get a car diagnostic… Read more »
Is It Time to Repair or Replace My Brakes?
Brakes are obviously an important part of a vehicle– after all, without them, you’d be in major trouble! When it’s time to stop, you need to stop! But sometimes brakes don’t work well, and that’s not good. You might need to have your brakes repaired or replaced. But how would you know if your brakes… Read more »
These Driving Habits Lead to Extra Wear and Tear On Your Vehicle
Whether you realize it or not, you have certain driving habits. Some of those habits may be good for your vehicle and others may be leading to increased wear and tear. The way you drive affects the durability of your vehicle and its components. Transmission For those who drive a stick shift (manual) vehicle, do… Read more »
Signs of a Bad Alternator
What do you know about alternator services? If you’re like most people, you read that sentence and asked, “What’s an alternator?” Alternator Overview An alternator is a part of a vehicle that controls its electrical functions. So, if your alternator works well, your headlights and radio work, for example. If your alternator isn’t working well,… Read more »
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