How Does Your Car’s Exhaust System Work?
- January 5, 2021
Your car is equipped with multiple systems that work together to form a functioning car. One of those systems is the exhaust system. It’s responsible for diverting gasses away from the engine so that they don’t get into the cabin and into your lungs. Take a look at some of the parts that make up […]
- May 5, 2020
Emissions testing measures the amount of pollution coming out of your vehicle while it is running. Why is this important? Well, there are several reasons emissions testing is important, and not all of them have to do with your impact on the environment. An emissions test can tell you a lot about the health of […]
- December 2, 2019
Drivetrain might sound like a term only a mechanic would use, but it is important to have an understanding of what it is and what it does in your car. Perhaps the abbreviations ‘4WD‘, ‘AWD‘, ‘FWD‘, or ‘RWD‘ sound familiar? Let’s take a look at the different types of drivetrain and how yours impacts the […]
- June 5, 2019
Routine car maintenance is an essential part of car ownership, helping ensure your safety and the longevity of the car. But what are some maintenance tasks that are easy to overlook? Brake pads often get overlooked until damage is done and more costly repairs are in store. So how do you know when you should […]
- November 2, 2018
Tires are one of the most important parts of your car. Without them, after all, you’re just not going to get very far. Ensuring that your tires last a long time is all going to come down to how well you take care of them and part of that maintenance is tire rotation. Let’s take […]
- September 4, 2018
There are many components that are essential to keep your car running smoothly. One of those components is the timing belt. Let’s take a closer look at what a timing belt is, what it does in your car, and what kind of maintenance it needs. What is a Timing Belt? The timing belt is a […]
- August 1, 2018
Oil changes are what keep your car running smoothly. Without them, oil deposits can build up in your car’s engine and create a sludge that impacts performance. It can cause irreversible damage that can be easily prevented. It is recommended to get these every three thousand miles or so, but that depends on how you […]
- July 2, 2018
From oil changes, to headlight replacements, to belt changes, cars require a lot of maintenance to remain in tip top shape. Tires are one of the most important components of your car and they should be checked reguarly to ensure that they are safe to drive on. Let’s look at some of the tell tale […]
- April 15, 2018
Taking care of your car’s regular maintenance needs is a huge part of being a car owner. Failure to maintain your car could lead to major mechanical issues down the road. There are several maintenance tasks that often go overlooked by car owners, but are very important to the longevity of the car, as well […]
- March 30, 2018
Hearing any unusual noise coming from your car can be very concerning, but not all sounds are the same. If you notice a strange sound when you apply pressure to your brakes, it is likely you’ll need some maintenance work done on your car. Brakes can make several different noises, each stemming from a different […]
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