by Brian England | Sep 8, 2026 | Auto Tips
A lost car key can cause instant panic. But sometimes the problem is not the key. It is knowing how the key works. A relative recently misplaced the key fob for her 1997 Buick. After searching everywhere, she finally gave up and found the spare key. The crisis was...
by Brian England | Sep 8, 2026 | Hybrid/Electric Cars
I’m a fan of hybrids. When the technology is looked after, it can be reliable and efficient, and we’ve had good relationships with a lot of hybrid vehicles over the years. But I want to have a straight conversation about something we’re seeing in the...
by Brian England | Aug 25, 2026 | Car Problems & Repairs
This is the conversation we probably have with our customers most often, and it’s rarely an easy one to have. The estimate comes back at three thousand dollars, the car’s got some years on it, and the driver looks at me and asks the fair question:...
by Brian England | Aug 25, 2026 | Auto Tips
There’s a new auto club that you may be ready to join. No dues, no meetings, just one requirement: get your car to 200,000 miles and beyond, running strong. It used to be a rare achievement. With the right care, it is fast becoming the smart financial move....
by Brian England | Aug 10, 2026 | Auto Tips
If you’ve bought a car in the last few years, you own a small fleet of sensors that help you manage your car and also your driving habits. These are called ADAS , Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. ADAS is the general term for all the features...
