You just invested a decent amount of money into buying new tires, now what? Every tire has an expected lifespan – that is, if you take steps for proper tire care. Often times, though, car owners are driving around on tires that are under-inflated, over-inflated, out-of-balance or misaligned. None of that bodes well for the lastingness of a good set of tires. This article will address how to properly care for your new car tires so you get the full life out of them.
You’ll know it when the shocks or struts need to be replaced – they’ll tell you by the excessive bounce and sway you’ll begin to feel when you’re driving. Shocks and struts are a very important part of your vehicle’s suspension system. They do much more than give you a smooth ride. Since they are designed to keep your vehicle’s tires in contact with the road, bad struts or shocks can actually create a driving hazard. In this blog post, I’ll tell you a little bit about struts and shocks and how you can maintain them.
The best time to get your vehicle ready for winter weather is in the fall, before temperatures dip and winter storms abound. The summer and winter months take a toll on cars. Batteries are more prone to fail and old hoses and belts are more likely to break. Following these 6 simple auto maintenance tips will help you winterize a car so you’re ready to go.
Do you have school-aged children who are involved in after-school sports and activities? For us parents, the hustle and bustle of back-to-school driving and carpooling will consume most of our time for the remainder of this year. If you’re like me, the very last thing you want to have happen when you have to get the kids from point A to point B is have a vehicle break down. Having a vehicle towed into the shop and being without one because it’s undergoing a major repair causes a lot of additional problems and expenses. By following these 5 car maintenance tips you can get your vehicle ready for all the back-to-school driving you’ll be doing.
Will your college student be driving his or her car back to school this month? Now is a good time to start thinking about car care… before things get too busy. That way, you’ll know their car is safe for the trip and you won’t have to worry about breakdowns while they’re away at school. Just imagine the hassles of trying to find a reliable mechanic near their school. By following these helpful car care tips for college students, you can make sure your college-bound driver’s vehicle is road-ready.
If I were to mention to you about the value of preventative car maintenance, would you wonder why you should pay for replacing a part before it breaks? Most people do. However, it’s really quite simple. If your goal is to keep your vehicle running efficiently, and for as long as possible, making a commitment to preventative car maintenance is a must. You’ll also find that preventive car maintenance will save you money over your vehicle’s lifetime. Read on to learn about the 4 most important preventative car maintenance measures.
Your car or truck’s timing belt is responsible for making sure that the valves open and close in time with the movement of the pistons. Timing belt replacement is usually on the list of higher-priced auto maintenance items, and consequently, many vehicle owners put off replacing their timing belt. Here’s why this isn’t such a good idea – If the timing belt slips or breaks, your car’s engine could be seriously damaged. In this month’s blog post, you’ll find the answers to 5 of the frequently asked questions about timing belt repair.
You get into your car, turn the key in the ignition, take it out of park and off you go. Have you ever thought about how all the parts of your vehicle work together to get you from Point A to B? Most people don’t give it a second thought… that is, until the car won’t start or it breaks down while on the road. Taking care of your vehicle means investing some time and money into preventive maintenance. Every system in your vehicle requires some type of maintenance and that goes for your electrical system, too. In this article, I’ll let you know how the electrical system works and what you can do to make sure it’s maintained properly. I’ll also let you know some signs that may mean you need car electrical system repair.
Despite what some may say, hybrid vehicles are designed to save in many ways. Not only do hybrids have a lesser impact on the environment, owners of hybrids are benefiting from reduced gasoline expenditures and lower maintenance costs. The key to longevity with your hybrid vehicle is in keeping up with a regular maintenance schedule. In this blog article, I’ll talk about 3 simple tips for your hybrid vehicle maintenance.
The Check Engine light or Service Engine Soon light is one of the most misunderstood lights on an automobile’s dash. There are any number of reasons why this light comes on ranging from a loose or cracked gas cap to problems with the catalytic converter. Regardless of what some websites will advise you, it’s not always as easy as going to your local parts store to have them check the error code from your vehicle’s computer system. In this post, I’ll give you some basic information on the Check Engine light and Service Engine Soon light. I’ll also outline some of the common causes for this light to come on and why you shouldn’t ignore it when it does.