by Brian England | Feb 12, 2013 | Preventative Maintenance
Not long ago, I came across an article on automotive.com, Highest Maintenance Cost Cars. I thought about it a bit, and realized, there is a really easy test you can do to determine which cars will be expensive to maintain. Simply ask yourself, “How fun is this...
by Brian England | Jan 28, 2013 | Car Problems & Repairs, Car Safety
Hummmmmmmmmm……… What is that humming noise that has been getting worse and worse? It could be a wheel bearing. The picture on this page shows a photo of part of a wheel bearing hub assembly. The bolts are where the wheel/tire is bolted on, and the...
by Brian England | Jan 8, 2013 | Industry-Wide Topics
Let it Snow. Let it Snow. Let it Snow. If the past few weeks are any indication, it appears that we may be in for some winter weather after all. Are you prepared for the possibility of unexpectedly getting stuck? Get ahead of the game by doing a bit of advance...
by Brian England | Dec 28, 2012 | Preventative Maintenance
In the midst of this holiday season, I find myself reflecting on the coming New Year and the opportunity for change and renewal that it offers. I recently asked a BA Auto customer about his service in the Air Force, and he told me about an assignment as a platoon...
by Brian England | Nov 27, 2012 | Auto Questions
Recently a customer asked me about a whole list of automotive services that a Toyota dealer was recommending. These services did not show up in the preventive maintenance recommendations in the vehicle hand book. The customer was concerned that if he did not do these...
