A lot happens in your average motoring day and it’s easy to let that engine light go unchecked. Mornings can be a panic of bundling kids into the car, negotiating traffic, stopping to refuel, and hopefully making it to work on time. That engine light on the dash may well take a back seat. After […]
If your battery is dead, meaning that when you attempt to start your car, there is a low whining sound, the quickest way to get it going again is to perform a jump start. This simple technique only requires a few minutes of your time. Jump starting your car doesn’t require a lot of equipment; […]
It is common for a car to smoke when you start it after it sits out for the night. Although it might indicate minor car troubles, smoke underneath the car hood might indicate significant car troubles that should be addressed with urgency. In most cases, drivers notice the smoke when suiting in idle at a […]
Problems Worn Suspension Bushings Cause Suspension bushings are cushions made of several materials, among them being rubber and polyurethane. They are mounted on steering joints and vehicle suspension to control movement in the joints, absorb road bumps and reduce vibrations and noise. The bushings prevent metal to metal contact hence safeguarding the metal joints. Driving […]
A strange smell coming from your car can be hard to bear, especially when it is coming through your air vents and smells terrible. Although it isn’t uncommon to get a random whiff of a regular car scent one in a while, a persistent smell while driving your car can indicate an issue with a […]
When it comes to our vehicles, our brakes are one of the most important safety features. Your brakes should always be in top working condition at all times to ensure your safety on the road. If you ever suspect an issue with your brakes, you should have your vehicle inspected as soon as possible. Different […]
Looking down at your dashboard to see the low gas warning light turn on can be a bit stressful, especially if you’re on a dark road with no gas stations in sight. While most drivers understand that this light means to get to the gas station as soon as possible, how long can you actually […]
Although we are still pushing through those summer temperatures, it’s time to start thinking about the back to school season and the upcoming autumn weather. Preparing your vehicle for the fall season will ensure that you are safe on the road and that your vehicle is well maintained according to the weather changes. Summertime can […]
It’s the summer months, which means that your teenager is home on summer break and may finally have more time to start learning and understanding how to drive a car before the big test. If you’ll be working on teaching your teenager how to drive this summer, here are some helpful reminders and tips to […]
You’re driving along and look down on at your vehicle’s dashboard to see that dreaded check engine light turn on. You’re hoping that it is some mistake and that it will eventually turn off on its own. However, it stays on throughout the day and doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. We understand this dreaded […]
