Tires deflate. Unfortunately, this is just a part of driving a car. Tire manufacturers around the world are constantly working on developing new and better technology that can help drivers avoid fluctuations in tire pressure, but changes still occur. When your tires are properly inflated, your vehicle benefits from improved fuel efficiency. Gas prices continue [...]
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Once, every car had a a full-sized spare tire stored in its trunk, ready to replace any flat or blown-out tire. Once the flat tire was removed, and the spare full-sized tire was put on, the original tire got a patch and became the spare. As car sizes became smaller, less room was available for [...]
Let’s face it – getting a flat tire is a total pain. Not only do you have to deal with removing it and installing your spare, you have to decide whether to replace the tire or have it repaired. While many options exist for cheap tires, it’s usually possible to repair the tire and protect [...]
It’s common sense that the more you drive your car, the more wear and tear will occur. With proper maintenance, you can keep your car running for years. One of the bigger issues with older vehicles is problems with the transmission. Transmission problems can result from leakage or from damage to the torque converter, solenoid [...]
It’s been a long, hot summer… but with fall coming soon, now is the perfect time to get your car or truck ready for the upcoming driving season. Most seasonal car maintenance requires the help of a professional mechanic, but we’re going to give you five do-it-yourself tips to help get your vehicle ready for [...]