Why Your Car May Make A Loud Noise While Accelerating
Does your car make a loud noise while accelerating? Acceleration should be smooth and steady. If your car does make a loud noise when you hit the gas, then there’s probably an internal issue that needs to be fixed. Exhaust System Issues Outside of hot rods and sports cars, most vehicles should not make that […]
What Do Your Filters Do & When Should You Change Them?
Every modern car has four primary filters: the cabin air filter, engine air filter, fuel filter, and oil filter. Proper filter maintenance is essential for keeping your car in working order. We’ve outlined what each filter does and how often you should change them below. Cabin Air Filter The cabin air filter keeps the air […]
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Ignore Your Manufacturer Suggested Maintenance Schedule
It can be tempting to ignore your manufacturer’s suggested maintenance schedule, but doing so could be costly to your vehicle’s performance and your wallet. Your manufacturer-suggested maintenance schedule was made by the people who made your car and is a complete list of maintenance items that should be performed and when. Following this recommended service […]
6 Oil Change Questions & Answers
A regular oil change is one of the most important preventative maintenance tasks for your vehicle. Doing so will keep your engine oil fresh, clean, and able to perform the key lubricating functions that your engine desperately needs. We’ve put together 6 of the most common oil change questions we’ve received and answered them all […]
Explaining The Different Types of Engine Oil
Changing your oil on a regular schedule is the best way you can help improve the lifespan of your engine, but you may be wondering what type of oil you should choose for your vehicle. There are four basic different types of engine oil: Conventional, High-Mileage, Full Synthetic, and Synthetic blend engine oil. Before we […]
How To Diagnose Your Car’s Leaks By Color and Smell
Diagnosing your car’s leak isn’t difficult once you know what to look or smell for. The color and smell of the leak are often enough to pinpoint the problem area. If your car leaves behind a puddle on the ground after it’s been parked for a while, then use this article to help diagnose where […]
When To Replace Your Suspension System. 3 Signs of Failing Struts
Your suspension system helps keep your car’s wheels planted firmly on the road, even while turning at high speeds. Shocks and struts help stabilize your car’s movements and provide control when you turn, accelerate or ride on uneven surfaces. Shocks and struts can help your car’s handling, but they work differently. Shocks are individual components […]
Is Your Wheel Alignment Off? Here’s 3 Signs
Proper wheel alignment can help improve handling, fuel efficiency, and tire performance. However, misaligned tires can negatively impact various areas of your car, like the steering system, braking system, suspension, and tires. Your car’s wheels may become misaligned from driving on rough roads, potholes, or worn-out components, like shocks or struts. The good news is […]
7 Tips For National Fall Car Care Month
October is National Fall Car Care Month. You may not be going on as many road trips as you did in the summer, but we’ve compiled 7 tips to keep your car running smoothly into the colder months. Taking advantage of this crisp weather and performing the following maintenance tasks will help your car’s performance […]
7 Symptoms of a Faulty Mass Air Flow Sensor
The mass air flow sensor in your car measures the air mass that flows into your engine intake. Many modern electronic engine controls calculate the correct quantity of fuel for any given situation, and your MAF sensor works with your fuel injectors to make this happen. Measuring air mass in your engine is crucial for […]