There’s an old saying – “knowledge is power.” This famous quotation holds true for many aspects of life, including our vehicles. Knowing about your vehicle’s motor oil does not have to be complicated. By learning a few simple things about motor oil and your vehicle, this knowledge will help you sustain a healthy and smooth-running engine.
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There’s nothing more intimidating while driving then when your dashboard lights up like a Christmas tree and you are suddenly faced with a serious problem. While vehicle warning lights can be scary, they are designed to tell us in advance of a serious problem or issue that can affect our vehicle engine or the safety of its occupants. Bottom-line is to always heed the warnings of your vehicle.
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Today’s concerns about our environment pertaining to vehicle emissions were actually also a huge concern about 50 years ago. As more and more cars were being manufactured during the 1970s, the US government and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) implemented vehicle emission regulations to stem the rise of air pollution. All vehicles were equipped with a device called the catalytic converter, which was designed to convert toxic exhaust fumes into less harmful gases before they were emitted into the air. Without proper vehicle care, you will need to have catalytic converter repair work done. This is expensive.
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Ah, cruise control! Once considered a vehicle luxury, now it’s a necessity for most drivers. If you have ever had to drive a long stretch of highway you can appreciate the absolute convenience of cruise control and the beauty of “set it and forget it.” So, what exactly is cruise control and how does it work? In this article, we cover some basic information about this system in your vehicle and what kind of cruise control problems can occur.
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Chances are that if you have ever had a blown gasket in your vehicle, you clearly understand the literal and figurative meaning of that term. When we say that someone has “blown their gasket” we are generally describing a moment when their anger gets the best of them causing them to lose control of their emotions and the situation. This is true for a vehicle’s blown gasket as well. If you’ve ever had the unfortunate experience of a blown head gasket in your vehicle, you know that it signals the worse possible scenario for your vehicle’s engine and your wallet. Don’t let your vehicle get to the point where you “blow your gasket,” literally or figuratively. Read on to learn more about what to look for and how to prevent this mechanical nightmare.
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It’s 6 am on Monday. You roll out of bed and check the outside temperature – it’s 26º F! You’re not looking forward to getting into your car that was sitting outdoors all evening. What’s even worse, imagine getting into your car for your long commute to work only to find out your car heater is not working. If this has ever happened to you, read on to learn about your vehicle’s heating and cooling system to avoid this potential “chilling situation.”
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When the time comes tire buying, it doesn’t have to be a daunting task. We put together some tips to help you understand important considerations and alleviate the anxiety in the tire buying process.
Dashboard lights can be quite confusing – there are so many of them. This is often true of the ABS warning light; a dashboard light that lets you know the anti-lock braking system is not working properly. This light might come on and then go off a little while later or the next time you start your vehicle. What does it mean? We will tell you all about it in this blog post.
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If you are sending your college-age kids off to school this month with their own vehicle, it’s important to get their car “travel safe” for their journey. By following a few back-to-college car care tips we have outlined below, you can avoid large repair expenses and make sure your son or daughter is safe on the road and the vehicle is free of mechanical issues.