Category: Maintenance & Repairs

broken car window
30
Nov
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Tackling Car Window Breakage: Repair and Coverage Tips

Upon stepping out of your home to approach your car, you are met with a disheartening sight: the driver’s side window has been broken, with glass fragments spread across the seats and the floor of the vehicle. To add to…

AC recharge kit
28
Nov
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

AC Recharge Kit to the Rescue

On a scorching day, when you step into your car and turn it on, one of the first things you might do is switch on the air conditioner. Initially, you might feel a burst of warm air, but soon, it…

oil change
03
Jul
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Demystifying Oil Change Procedures

Oil is indeed the lifeblood of any vehicle powered by an internal combustion engine. A car without oil is akin to a body without blood; it simply won’t function. Regularly changing your car’s oil is a fundamental part of vehicle…

car air filter
14
Jun
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Understanding Different Types of Car Air Filters

Breathe in, breathe out…your car does it too. Not in the way we humans do, of course, but in a sense, car engines need a good breath of clean air to function optimally. This is where air filters come into…

car air conditioning inspection
13
Jun
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Air Conditioning Problems & Troubleshooting

As we roll into the heat of the summer, a functioning car air conditioning system is not just a luxury – it’s a necessity. But what do you do when it stops blowing cold air or, worse yet, stops working…

09
May
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Alternator Failure: Telltale Signs & Replacement

The alternator is responsible for charging the battery and providing power to the electrical systems in your car. When it fails, there are certain telltale signs that it may need replacement. How an Alternator Works An alternator is a device…

PDR
05
May
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

All Hail PDR (Paintless Dent Repair)!

Scratches and dings are a given on any vehicle with most repairs buffed out. But some damage requires far more work, requiring body filler and fresh paint to restore to a “like new” condition. Paintless dent repair (PDR), however, is…

Two-Barrel Carburetor
10
Mar
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

How Does a Carburetor Work?

A carburetor is a device used in internal combustion engines to mix air and fuel in the correct proportion for efficient combustion. Up until the 1990s, carburetors were widely used in gasoline engines powering automobiles, motorcycles, and other vehicles before…

shock absorber
13
Feb
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Shock, Struts, and Signs of Wear

Shocks and struts are both components of a vehicle’s suspension system, but they serve different functions. Shocks, or shock absorbers, are designed to control the bouncing of the suspension and provide a smooth ride by dampening the movement of the…

2023 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2
08
Feb
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

What’s the Difference Between Unibody and Body-on-Frame?

Unibody and Body-on-Frame are two different construction methods used in vehicles. The first choice dominants the market today, while the second can be found in certain pickup trucks and SUVs. There are advantages and disadvantages with each, which is why…

car diagnostic
04
Jan
2023
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Car Won’t Start: Basic Diagnostic Tests

There are three essentials that must be in place for gasoline and diesel engines to start: spark, fuel and mechanical soundness or compression. Begin your diagnosis by exploring all three areas one step at a time to discover your car…

06
Dec
2022
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Signs of Engine Mount Wear, Failure

Engine mounts are often overlooked when faults emerge or parts are changed. Further, they are paramount to reducing noise, vibration, and harshness. Moreover, they are essential to the longevity of the engine, therefore let’s understand why engine mounts are so…

carbon fiber
07
Jul
2022
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

How is Carbon Fiber Used in Automobiles?

A profoundly futuristic material, carbon fiber has been the staple material for performance cars for quite some time. It has been used in automobile manufacturing ever since the 1970s, with Mitsubishi pioneering the fabric. But the material is also widely…

auto repair
15
Jun
2022
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

Auto Repair Essentials Everyone Needs to Know

One of the best ways to avoid car repair rip-offs is to have a good understanding of how your vehicle works and what some of the most prevalent car problems are. This means aside from knowing the importance of diagnostics…

number eight
08
Apr
2022
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

8 Things to Look for in an Auto Body Repair Shop

It is safe to assume that most people do not enjoy bringing their cars in for repairs. If you do not already have a go-to spot, finding the right repair shop might prove difficult — and a hassle. Estimates can…

29
Mar
2022
Posted in Maintenance & Repairs

How To Test Ignition Coils With A Multimeter

Ignition coils act as an electrical transformer that amplifies the battery voltage to generate sparks. If it is faulty, the engine may misfire, backfire, have rough idle, or experience sudden power loss. You need to test the ignition coils when…