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...
by Brian England | Nov 19, 2012 | Auto Questions
Believe it or not, it was Leonardo da Vinci that conceptualized a stepless, continuously variable transmission (CVT) back in the 15th century. Then, in the 1950’s it was a Dutch company that mass produced a car with a CVT. But what about now? Should you buy a...
by Brian England | Nov 12, 2012 | Industry-Wide Topics
If you own a European car (e.g. a BMW, Audi, Mercedes or Volkswagen), and would like to find a place to take your automobile for service or repair, how do you choose the right shop? When evaluating an auto service and repair shop it is important to visit the shop and...
