Did you recently turn on the air conditioner in your vehicle to find it’s not working very well or not at all? You may need to have the refrigerant recharged or there could be something else that’s causing a problem with the system. Either way, we’re quite certain you’re not having much fun driving around in this hot and humid weather. Take a quick look at the 5 reasons for car air conditioning problems and then give us a call to get it fixed.

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There seems to be a good deal of confusion surrounding vehicle warranties and how they apply to maintenance and repair. When you bought or leased your new vehicle, you may have been told you must bring it back to the dealership for all its maintenance and repairs. You may have also been led to believe that if you didn’t bring it to the dealership, you would void the manufacturer’s warranty. This is untrue. In reality, according to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, it is illegal for manufacturers or dealers to claim your warranty becomes void when someone other than the dealer does the work. Here we have answers to some of the frequently-asked questions about manufacturer warranties.
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Know what can drain your bank account? Unexpected and expensive car repairs. While it is impossible to completely eliminate automotive repair expenses, you can reduce the likelihood of dealing with more expensive car repairs. The way to minimize these unforeseen expenses is to maintain and replace car parts before they break. Regular maintenance gives your auto technician the ability to notify you when a part should be replaced. Properly maintaining your vehicle will also extend engine life. That’s a good thing, especially if your goal is to avoid car payments. This blog post will list the 7 most expensive car repairs and how you can keep them running optimally.

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Fuel filters and fuel injectors… how much do you know about them? If the thought of having your vehicle’s fuel system cleaned seems foreign to you, you’re not alone. The majority of vehicle owners don’t give the maintenance of the fuel system much thought, until they begin to have problems with engine performance. A fuel system that becomes dirty or compromised can greatly affect power, performance and fuel economy. And, not only will you be spending more at the pumps, you will end up having to replace other engine parts prematurely and/or needlessly.

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The kids are back in school and Fall is just around the corner. That means more carpooling and driving the kids back and forth to after-school activities and the temperatures will start to fall. When a season changes, it’s time to make sure your vehicle is ready for the next. Fall weather will soon lead into colder winter conditions that can be harsh on a vehicle. You can make sure your car, truck or van is safe and reliable by following these six practical fall car maintenance tips.

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