2015 | Parkside Motors

Is front window tinting illegal?

Do you ever wonder why it is technically illegal to tint your front windows, but every other car you see on the road has its windows darkened? We dig into the issues at hand and talk to an expert to get to the bottom of this very interesting topic.

October is Car Care Month

Parkside Motors and the Car Care Council recommends the following Fall Car Care Month checklist to make sure your vehicle is ready for cold winter weather ahead.

Why does my car burn oil?

In this series of Q&A posts we are using google's autocomplete function to find the most commonly asked questions about cars and giving them each a definitive answer. This week we answer the question "why does my car burn oil?"

Why does my car shut off while driving?

Loss of power to parts of your vehicle can cause a wide variety of problems, and they represent common diagnostic issues that we deal with every day at the shop. One unusual happenstance, though, is when a client complains of a vehicle that loses power while in motion. It can happen on a busy street or an intersection, and no matter where it occurs, it can be very disconcerting.

Frankfurt Motor Show 2015

Some of the coolest concepts and production vehicles to be unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show this week. Quite a stunning collection. See them all right here.

Need to Know: 4×4 Service

The 4×4 system includes differentials and sometimes a transfer case, which all generate power to the wheels. These parts are under a lot of stress and occasionally need a service to flush their lubricant and to save a more expensive repair down the line. Learn all about how we do it at Parkside Motors, right here.

Drive (Fuel) Efficiently

This post is a 5 step course on driving more efficiently to help save you a fortune at the fuel pump and reduce wear on your vehicle at the same time.

Tire Care Basics

Ever wonder what the most common car repairs are and how much they cost? This survey found some interesting results, along with some ideas for avoiding them.

How to Jump Start Your Vehicle

This one might seem like a no brainer, but it can be confusing, especially since it only comes up once in a while. Here is an illustrated look at how to boost your vehicle safely in no time flat.

Tire Care For Families

Since your tires are the only part of your vehicle that is actually ON the road, you can assume that they are integral to essentially all aspects of how your vehicle handles, rides, starts, stops, accelerates, and handles all manner of weather. Tires can be a bit confusing though, and we field quite a few basic questions about how to check them for damage, maintenance, and replacement. This infographic will tell you everything you need to know and then some.

Why does my car’s air conditioner smell?

In this series of Q&A posts, we are using google’s autocomplete function to find the most commonly asked questions about cars and giving them each a definitive answer. Today we are answering questions about smelly air conditioners with some DIY tips to sort it out in a jiffy.

Need to Know: Alternators

It is a diagnosis we have to make very frequently. A client phones with a story so common we recognize it immediately. Click through to read a breakdown of exactly what happens as your alternator fails and exactly what to do to get a clean bill of health again.