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Tips for Improving Gas Mileage
Keep your vehicle well-tuned. Did you know that simple maintenance—such as regular oil changes, air-filter changes, and spark plug replacements—will lengthen the life of your vehicle as well as improve fuel economy and minimize emissions? Just follow the schedule in your owner’s manual. Check your tires. Keeping your tires inflated at the regulated PSI. Having the right amount of air in the...
5 New Years Resolutions For Your Car
Every year we all make new year’s resolutions! Now for some of us we are good about keeping them and others not so much. Here are 5 New Years resolutions for your car that you want to keep! 1. Don’t Neglect Car Maintenance If you were lax about making regular maintenance appointments for your vehicle in 2020, your first new year’s resolution should be to call your mechanic! Yes, I know keeping...
Why Is My Car Battery Draining?
We understand – a lot of things can leave you feeling drained, a long day at work, rough day at home with the kids, or even spending too much time with others (we all have those exhausting friends). However, it is safe to assume your car battery probably isn’t going out to gatherings in its off-hours, there are still plenty of other things that may leave it feeling just as drained. What Drains a...
Can I Switch to Synthetic Oil or a Different Grade?
We’re going to give it to you straight: Yes, you can safely switch to synthetic oil. But it would probably help to know the details about what we’re talking about — precisely why this question would even come up in the first place. And it does — a lot. First off, let’s talk about what synthetic oil is. First, there’s a base oil that does most of the work of lubricating engine parts. It’s...
How Long Should Car Parts Last?
Buying a new or even used car is usually the second-most expensive thing people buy during their life aside from a house. New car prices have also risen dramatically over the years, and yet, consumers have come to view cars as something relatively throwaway increasingly. The amount of time people keep their cars is now roughly between five and seven years, which is also usually approximately the...
What is the Best European Car to Buy?
This is a common question that we have asked to us and our technicians. But the real answer is – well…. Why do we say that? Because it goes back to the old argument “my car is better than your car”. We have learned from working with our customers for years is that sometimes, despite facts, you are going to like and enjoy the brand of vehicle that you like. Now that we have the more obvious...
Can I Take My European Vehicle to Any Mechanic?
Let’s be honest here, the short answer is yes. Yes, you can take your European make of vehicle to any mechanic. However, do we recommend that you do? No. And here is why! Many European makes of vehicles are tuned a little differently than American makes and models of cars. This means that sometimes you might need special tools, or specific pieces of equipment while tuning up the engine. Now if...
What Can Cause My Audi’s Engine To Lock Up?
Imagine for a moment if you will, you startup your car one day only to hear an uncharacteristically harsh and alarming noise. Running through a mental checklist, you determine that the gas tank is full of fuel, the battery is working properly, but still, the car will not start. Then, after doing some exploring, you discover that the motor is not even trying to turn over. In such situations, the...
How Do I Know When My BMW’s Oil Needs To Be Changed?
A lot of people elect to buy BMW vehicles as they offer style, sophistication, elegance, and class. Not to mention, the machines are dependable and reliable. In other words, owners typically don’t have to worry about being left on the side of the road, providing they give their car the care that it needs to succeed in its endeavors. One task that should be included in all routine maintenance...
How Do I Know If My Porsche’s Thermostat Is Malfunctioning?
A car thermostat is a very important component as it controls the amount of coolant that passes through the engine. It plays a significant role in preventing the motor from getting too hot. When working properly, the thermostat is also essential for warming up and maintaining the engine’s temperature. When part failure enters the picture, various issues may arise. Unfortunately, figuring out...