Recalls: Why Bother Repairing?
After reflecting on the HOW of vehicle recalls, there is one important matter that is left on the table, and that is WHY you should bother with these repairs at all.
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Do You Need a Bodyshop?
Do you need a body shop for that repair or would you be better off with a touch up? We give you a solid rule of thumb and links to the best places here.
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Springtime DIY Vs Shop Service
Spring is here, which brings with it a need to do a once-over on our vehicles to ensure winter didn’t damage anything important. Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, there are some money-saving DIY items you can do yourself, from home.
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Name That Leak
What do you see? How does it feel? What does it smell like? We help you use your senses to save you maintenance costs and keep your vehicle safe for you and your family.
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Why Won’t My Car Start?
Most of the damage from an accident is pretty obvious. That being said, there are often small issues that can go unnoticed. If your car won’t start, check for the following problems.
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Windshield Safety
The windshield is more than something to look through. Learn about windshield safety, maintenance, and repair right here.
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Driving Habits that Hurt Your Car
Unfortunately, there are several daily driving habits that most people don’t know about that can damage our vehicles. Next time you go for a drive, keep these tips in mind to keep your car performing optimally.
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Most Common Car Repairs
Ever wonder what the most common car repairs are and how much they cost? This survey found some interesting results, and how to prevent unnecessary repairs.
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What to Do When Tires Are out of Balance
Tire balancing is as much of an art as it is a science. Mechanics use highly specialized tools and their own intuition to fix balanced tires and keep you safe.
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Are My Tires Out Of Balance?
Imbalanced tires will affect your ability to drive efficiently and safely control your vehicle. Be on the lookout for these four main signs of imbalanced tires.
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Tread Pattern Noise
Understanding what causes tire noise will help you maximize traction and minimize noise. Learn more right here.
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The Different Types of Tires
The first step to getting the perfect set of tires for your vehicle is understanding the different types. Check out this article in which we break down what you need to know about the most popular tires on the market.
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Round Up: Noisy Tires
Last month we wrote 3 articles discussing various sources and solutions for tire noise. If you are being deafened by your tires, click through this post to help you figure out why it is happening and how to fix it.
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Why Are My Tires So Loud? (PART 3)
Here is part 3 of the three-part series “Why Are My Tires So Loud?” This article discusses the solutions to your tire noise. Learn what you can expect from your tires right here.
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Why Are My Tires So Loud? (Part 2)
Here is part 2 of the three-part series “Why Are My Tires So Loud?” This article focuses on uncommon or abnormal reasons why your tires may be making more noise than usual.
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Should You DIY Auto Repair?
Here at Parkside Motors, we like to see people taking things into their own hands, but there are times when repairs are best left to professionals. The trick is knowing when you can tackle something yourself, and when it’s best to bring it in.
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