Your car’s “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light can flash on for more than 1,400 different reasons, and in the coming months, we’re going to share with you what some of those reasons are. The light is part of your vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) system and can indicate anything from a quick fix like […]
Are You Taking Your Pet On Your Holiday Road Trip? With increasing numbers of pet-friendly hotels and resorts, family pets are going along in the car for much more than trips to the vet. Here are some tips for traveling with your pet this holiday season, starting with Rover’s safety. Travel Restraints Many states, including […]
Your car’s “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light can flash on for more than 1,400 different reasons. The light is part of your vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) system and can indicate anything from a loose gas cap to a major repair like a catalytic converter. Here’s another example of a problem that can trigger […]
Question: I had my brakes replaced within the past six months. This week, they started squeaking and making noise. What would be causing that when the brakes are so new? Answer: Sometimes brake noise is a warning sign that your brakes need prompt attention. At other times, there may not be anything wrong at all. In your […]
For most of us, the timing belt in our car is one of those parts we hear about from time to time but rarely think about. However, if you have a higher mileage car with a timing belt, we highly recommend you plan ahead to replace it before it breaks. Otherwise, not only will your […]
Check Engine Light Series: Article #1 Your car’s “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon” light can flash on for more than 1,400 different reasons. The light is part of your vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) system and can indicate anything from a quick fix like a loose gas cap to a major repair like a failing catalytic converter. The […]
“All I need to know about my car is the number to roadside assistance.” This is what you’ll hear many car owners say today. And while it’s true that you can usually call roadside assistance when you have a problem, life isn’t always that predictable or simple. What if you forgot your cell phone that day? Your phone […]
If you’ve ever been ripped off or highly inconvenienced by an unscrupulous repair shop or dealership, you may be nodding your head in agreement with this headline. In a December 2018 Consumers Report survey, 40,000 respondents said they had more satisfying experiences at independent repair shops than at dealerships. Of course, if your car is still […]
The Best Automatic Transmission Advice You Probably Aren’t Taking When you take your vehicle in for a repair or an oil change, one thing you might have heard from your mechanic or service advisor is that you should consider an automatic transmission service. Chances are that you shook your head and said something like, “Maybe […]
Has this happened to you? You go to your regular place for a simple oil change and the mechanic says, “By the way, you could use some new shocks and/or struts.” Your first thought is probably, “Really? I wonder what that will cost!” Your second thought may be, “How do I know if I really […]
