Of all of the systems, components and parts that make up your vehicle, your tires are the only thing that is in contact with the road. That’s why it’s so important to make sure that your tires are in good condition. Sometimes it’s obvious when you need a new tire – you’ve run over a
To keep steering straight, there are three key components to your vehicle’s steering system that need to be in good condition: tie rod ends, control arms and bushings. The tie rod ends are attached to both ends of the steering rack and help push and pull the tires as you turn the steering wheel. Driving
Every car owner wants to turn on their vehicle and hear the engine purr. But if your engine is making a pinging or knocking noise, idling rough, losing power, hesitating hard starting or drinking more gas than normal, there’s a problem. It’s likely that the problem lies in your fuel or air injection systems. Over
The heat has been almost unbearable this summer, and one of the places that heats up the most is your vehicle. Leaving the windows rolled down puts you at risk for theft, and with the humidity, doesn’t do much to cool down your vehicle’s interior. The fact is, the only way to keep cool during
While driving, it’s important that you are able to stop – every time you need to. When you first got your vehicle, the brakes were firm, and you barely needed to press on the pedal to activate the brakes. Every time you step on the brake pedal, the callipers push the brake pads against the
In addition to oil changes, your vehicle also needs other regularly scheduled maintenance to keep it running smoothly. Your vehicle should get a tune-up regularly, according to its specific maintenance schedule. During a tune-up, a technician will complete preventative maintenance, which will help maintain your vehicle’s performance and extend its life. During the course of
For many people, taking care of their vehicle means filling it up with gas, washing it, and getting the occasional oil change. But your vehicle needs a little more TLC if you want to prevent breakdowns, avoid costly repairs and drive it for years to come. Every vehicle has a schedule of regular maintenance recommended
Vehicle dashboards have become more high tech and busy over the years. Now they are full of information to not only help you drive, but to make sure your vehicle is running properly. One feature that can be found on the dash of every vehicle is the “check engine” light, which can appear as the
For many people, taking care of their vehicle means filling it up with gas, washing it, and getting the occasional oil change. But your vehicle needs a little more TLC if you want to prevent breakdowns, avoid costly repairs and drive it for years to come. Every vehicle has a schedule of regular maintenance recommended