Before hitting the road on that summer get-away you've been dreaming of since December, make sure your vehicle is free from any of these common problems.
Read MoreAn important thing to consider when visiting your preferred service provider, or while you are looking for a new one, is how that particular shop conducts inspections. Read more to learn what you need to know about vehicle inspections.
Read MoreNo matter what kind of vehicle you own, it will benefit from having your cooling system inspected annually. As the heart of the cooling system, radiators keep your engine from overheating and engine block from warping, cracking, or seizing with heat.
Read MoreOil additives are touted as a way to reduce your fuel consumption and combat increasing gasoline prices. We’d like to separate the truths from the wild claims that additive manufacturers make in their efforts to move their product off the store shelves and into your oil tank.
Read MoreAs B.C. starts to ease COVID-19 restrictions, many Islanders will be driving their cars for the first time in a while. Here's how to make sure everything works properly.
Read MoreTPMS is one of the most under-rated safety features of modern cars. Not only will a functioning TPMS help keep you safe, but it will also save you money.
Read MoreUsually the folks with the most questions about tires are those who just bought a new set. Here's how to make sure that new rubber treats you right.
Read MoreDespite the chaos of spring 2020 (we all know what we're talking about) one thing remains constant - we need our vehicles to run reliably and efficiently. Here's the low-down on springtime mechanical auto maintenance.
Read MoreWhile many of us are vaguely aware of the potential benefits of fuel additives, it can be confusing to figure out whether or not they are appropriate for your car, and if so which ones to use. Read more to learn which, if any, fuel additives could improve your car's performance.
Read MoreWinter is hard on your vehicle. Salt and slush attack its good looks, but these corrosive elements can also damage your vehicle’s paint, wheels, and even its suspension components. Your home benefits from a spring cleaning, and so does your vehicle.
Read MoreThere is a simple rule of thumb to take into consideration that helps you decide when you can safely change back to summer tires. Read all about it right here.
Read MoreThere are many different things you can do to get rid of oil stains from these various surfaces. Below we outline some ideas to safely remove oil staines from concrete, carpet, and clothing; Three of the main places you find unwanted oil on a regular basis.
Read MoreAfter a tire change or wheel rotation, it is common for the technician to recommend a "re-torquing". Here's what that is, and why it's a good idea.
Read MoreHave you ever been blinded by an oncoming vehicle and questioned the legality of super-bright headlights? If so, this article is for you.
Read MoreThis is the final component of the 3-part blog series on exhaust smoke diagnoses, causes, and fixes. In this post we discuss reasons behind white smoke, and how to know if it's time to call your mechanic.
Read MoreThis short blog series is going to be about the causes and remedies of blue, black, and blue smoke from your engine exhaust. Today we take a look at black smoke, what it means, and how to fix it.
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