Oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle. It lubricates the engine’s moving parts, reduces friction, prevents overheating, and helps maintain the overall health of your vehicle. However, oil leaks can lead to serious engine damage if not addressed promptly. In this month’s blog post, we examine the top six signs that your vehicle may have … Read more

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The computerized vehicle diagnostic system, often referred to as an On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) system, is a sophisticated piece of technology that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of your vehicle.  In this month’s blog, we discuss how the OBD may not always pinpoint the source of your vehicle’s problem without further exploration by … Read more

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Just as engine oil is essential for the smooth operation of your vehicle’s engine, transmission fluid plays a crucial role in the functioning of your vehicle’s transmission. When the level of transmission fluid drops for various reasons, it can compromise your transmission. A compromised transmission can lead to a complete transmission failure, which can be … Read more

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How familiar are you with the common engine problems that you may experience with your vehicle?  If you are on the road often, it is important to have a baseline understanding of problems that may impact your vehicle’s engine and your overall driving performance.  In this month’s blog post, we review some of the more … Read more

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At some point in your driving history, you may experience a flat tire.  Being prepared for a flat tire does not just include having a spare, it requires that you have all the necessary tools, and your spare tire is in good working condition.  In this month’s blog post, we review some helpful tips for … Read more

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You can learn a lot about your vehicle – if you just listen.  As a vehicle owner, it is important to pay attention to what your vehicle’s engine may be telling you through the unusual sounds that it makes.  In this month’s blog post, we review the five engine sounds that should never be ignored. … Read more

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It’s that time of year again when you consider your new year’s resolutions.  About 84% of resolutions are about improving mental or physical fitness, according to Forbes.  In addition to your personal health, try something different this year and make some resolutions for improving your vehicle health.  In this month’s blog post, we offer ideas … Read more

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When it comes to responsible vehicle ownership, ongoing maintenance is a priority.  Ongoing maintenance for many vehicle owners only includes standard tasks such as oil changes, system fluid checks, tire rotations, and tire pressure. But what about the bigger maintenance tasks?   Where do they fit into your vehicle lifecycle? In this month’s blog post, we … Read more

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An ongoing maintenance routine is an important part of keeping your vehicle running smoothly and mitigating costly mechanical problems.  Part of this maintenance plan includes keeping your transmission fluid at the appropriate level and periodically replacement of the fluid, when necessary.  Without this vital fluid, your transmission is not able to operate.  In this month’s … Read more

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If you have ever heard the term “drivetrain” used in reference to your vehicle, this is the system responsible for transferring power from the engine to your vehicle’s wheels to make it drive.   The term drivetrain pertains to essential components of your vehicle including the transmission, driveshaft, differential, and wheels.  In this month’s blog post, … Read more

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