Vehicle braking systems are hydraulic, meaning they work by pushing pressurized fluid through the brake line to apply stopping power. Sometimes an air bubble will form within a brake line and cause them to feel spongy or take longer to stop the vehicle. The process of removing air from the hydraulic brake system is called bleeding.
There are several ways to check the tread depth on your tires, but the simplest way requires only a penny. You may have heard of “The Penny Test” as a quick measure of tire tread depth. Perform this test below to help determine how much life you have left in your tires and when they … Read more
Proper tire inflation will ensure you get the maximum mileage out of your tires. Many drivers only think about tire pressure if the tire pressure warning light is on. Regularly checking and inflating your tires can help increase safety and improve fuel economy as you drive. Here are some tire inflation tips to help improve … Read more
If your brakes make noise when you press the pedal, they are trying to tell you something. Some sounds can indicate that your brake pads are worn out, and others can hint that damage has been dealt over time. It’s best not to ignore brake noise if you hear it. Bring your vehicle into our shop instead to have our technicians diagnose the sound and offer our recommendation for what repairs are needed.
After 54 years of serving the Sandy Springs area, we are proud to announce that we’ve moved into a new, bigger location to better serve you! We’re so grateful for the opportunity to expand our business. This transition would not have been possible without all the support we’ve received over the years.
The alternator is a small generator that helps maintain the battery’s health. It provides power to your vehicle while the vehicle is running and recharges your battery when the engine is off. The alternator powers your car’s electrical components, including the headlights, air conditioning, and more.
Many modern vehicles come equipped with some package of ADAS features. ADAS, or Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, are responsible for safety features like lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, forward collision alert, and more. If you have a backup camera or a camera installed at the top of your windshield, your vehicle is likely equipped with an ADAS. These cameras receive feedback from the road and deliver it to your vehicle’s ADAS. The ADAS pieces the information together and applies the appropriate safety features to help keep you safe.
Windshield damage is more than an eyesore. Damage to your windshield is dangerous to you and everyone else on the road. You may wonder if your vehicle needs windshield repair or windshield replacement. This article will outline the different types of windshield damage and explain how to determine whether you need windshield repair or replacement.
It’s a situation that nobody wants, but likely everybody has faced. You get inside your car, only to find hot air blowing from the A/C vents. There is nothing worse than a car A/C not blowing cold air. The good news is that there are a few common reasons why this may be happening.
A broken air conditioning system is horrible, especially when you’re stuck in traffic and dealing with the summer heat. While annual air conditioning inspections are recommended, we believe that Spring is the best time to schedule your air conditioning service for your car. Doing so will allow your A/C system to work at full capacity during the summer months.