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Instantly calculate the value of your scrap car with our valuation calculator. Junk Car Medics uses state-of-the-art technology to determine a junk car’s value. Get an instant offer using our calculator above or continue on to read about a car&…
Junk Car Ownership: What Does It Cost To Own An End-Of-Life Vehicle?
Though loved by many car owners, junk cars are not the helpful stalwarts they once were. Even though your old car has served you faithfully for decades, a junk car is not a good servant to have around – especially when you’re behind on your service and…
Risks of Driving With a Bad Alternator: Common Issues Explained
The alternator is one of the undervalued parts of the car. We focus too much attention on the battery, ignoring the fact that the battery can neither store nor distribute electric energy on its own. It turns out that even this “mighty” power storage (c…
How Much Gas Does AC Use?
Turning on the air conditioning system drives out hot air and blows in cool air. This ensures your car is always comfortable, especially during long drives under the hot sun. When the AC is running, however, the compressor will force the engine to use …
How Long Can You Go Without an Oil Change? And What Are the Signs That You Need One?
Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure that the different components inside the vehicle are working effectively and efficiently. Plus, it can spare you from the headache of costly and unnecessary repairs. Among others, one of the most important main…
Tips to get the best gas mileage
Summer-Proof your vehicle
The dog days of summer are here; have you summer-proofed your car? Yes, summer-proof your car! Most of us are well aware of the damage the chill of winter can wreak on our SUVs, vans, and trucks but the heat … Continue reading →
ROADWAY, THE EASY WAY
Cars are great, right? Combined with the power of smartphones and satellite navigation, it’s easy to feel like you are only a few taps away from the world. Unfortunately, ‘IRL’ has its’ own way of doing things. It definitely … Continue reading →
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Shocks and Struts
If you’re like most of us, you want your car to handle well. That’s the job of your suspension system. There are different types of suspension systems, but they all work on the same basic principles. First, there are the springs, which bear the weight…
Timing Belt
Ever heard the sad tale of a staggering repair bill from a broken timing belt? Bad news. Let’s take a lesson from their woes and remember to think about our timing belt. First, let’s review what a timing belt does. The top part of the engine, over the…
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
We all know that under inflated tires wear out more quickly. Under-inflation is also a major cause of tire failure. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of under-inflated tires. It’s hard to tell when a radial tir…
Tire Replacement
You know you need new tires, but you’re not sure what type. You look at a tire to get the size: 225, 50, R, 16, 92, H. All the way to the service center you keep repeating it over and over. You even say it over in your mind while waiting in line. Then…