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What Are The Best Auto Repair Payment Plans?
In spite of the best planning, sometimes necessary auto repairs give our customers unpleasant surprises. Surprises that could leave them financially strapped or without wheels. We know that you depend on your car for everything – most importantly, for your family,...
Is Synthetic Oil Better Than Conventional Oil?
Getting an oil change used to be a simple car maintenance task. People didn’t have to decide which type of oil to put into their vehicle. Nowadays, however, you can choose between synthetic oil or conventional oil. But, what is the difference between the two and which...
4 Commonly Overlooked Car Maintenance Items
Car maintenance can sometimes be expensive and time consuming. However, oil changes and periodic checkups aren’t the only important things to remember on your vehicle. Commonly Overlooked Car Maintenance Services Preventative maintenance on your car can end up saving...
How Long Can You Safely Drive on a Spare Tire?
Realizing you have a flat tire is always extremely frustrating. You have to get out of your car, change the flat, and figure out where to go from there. Getting your car to a repair shop as safely and quickly as possible is the best option. If you’re lucky that day,...
How To Prevent Your Car From Overheating
You don’t have to have lived in Arizona for very long to know that our summer temperatures can get HOT! While YOU may be able to cool off at the neighbor’s pool or by sitting inside with the A/C, your car doesn’t have that luxury. Let’s take a look at how you can...
Is It Time to Change Your Car’s Air Filter?
Owning a vehicle is a little like having a child. You have to learn its quirks and what it takes to keep it healthy. After all, purchasing a vehicle is a huge investment and you want it to last as long as possible. Let’s take a look at how something as simple as...
Squealing Brakes – Dangerous or Just Annoying?
One of the most important safety features your vehicle has are its brakes. That is, as long as they’re in good condition and working well. If you notice funny noises like squealing brakes, however, you might wonder exactly how safe they are. Let’s take a look at some...
6 Helpful Questions to Ask Your Mechanic
Whether you have a trusted repair shop that you always do business with, or you’re looking for a new one, it’s important to know the right questions to ask your mechanic. After all, car repairs can be expensive. And, you likely want to keep your vehicle for a few...
All’s Fair In Love, War, and Auto Repairs – Or Is It?
Sadly, not everyone has an honest mechanic that they can trust with their auto repairs. And, not everyone has a trustworthy auto repair shop servicing their vehicle. That brings us to this question: how do you know if you’re getting a fair price for auto repairs? The...
Is Time Running Out on Your Timing Belt?
“Your timing is impeccable.” You may have heard that once or twice. Usually, it’s said in a sarcastic tone when you’ve said or done something at the most inopportune moment. But, what if that could be said about your car? It can be … as long as the timing belt is in...
It’s Car Care Month – Are YOU Ready to Roll?
It’s officially spring, and you know what that means. Time for spring cleaning! While you’re at it, don’t forget about your car. After all, April also brings National Car Care Month. No, it’s not the only time you should care for your car. But, it IS a great time to...
Can I Fix or Repair My Car’s Engine Control Module?
Today’s vehicles are becoming more technologically advanced, there’s no question about that. From onboard GPS to Bluetooth speakers and heated seats, we pretty much drive computers on wheels! At the heart of it all, however, is one computer that’s critically important...