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What to expect for your First Car Maintenance Visit at BA Auto Care
New customers of BA Auto Care come to us for a variety of reasons. Some are here for “just an oil...
Why more people are keeping and repairing their existing car instead of purchasing a new car?
The trend in automobile ownership is evolving, with a growing number of people opting to keep and...
What Should I Do If My Car is Using a lot of Oil?
If you are having to top of your oil levels frequently or your car is using a lot more than...
Cooling Systems on Hybrid-Electric Cars: What You Need to Know
What is a Hybrid Inverter Coolant Service? Hybrid drive vehicles must store that electricity in a...
Having Trouble Scheduling Your Car for Service? Here’s Why.
You may have noticed that scheduling your vehicle for service has become harder. Auto Repair Shops are often booked two to three weeks out now. That’s quite a shift from pre-pandemic days when you could get your vehicle scheduled for service within a week. So, what’s changed? Actually, quite a lot and it isn’t just due to a labor shortage.
How Do You Know When to Change Your Tires?
Part of any preventative maintenance should include the careful evaluation of your vehicles tires at least every 6 months. Tires are the most critical part of your car. They should be in excellent condition so your car steers, brakes and accelerates properly. Good tires keep you safe, so we include a comprehensive tire evaluation every time you bring your car in for preventative maintenance.
How To Avoid Costly Repairs
Maintaining your Mini at peak performance can be challenging. Minis are fun to drive but often require special attention.
Does Your Mini Have These Drivability Issues?
Here at BA Auto Care, we are experts at servicing and repairing everything Mini. Our technicians are knowledgeable, certified, experienced, and can keep your Mini running smoothly. In fact, we are Maryland’s top Mini repair shop.
The Pros & Cons: Comparing European and Asian Vehicles
There are pros and cons to any vehicle you purchase. Some you know before you buy a vehicle and then there are the things you don’t find out until the vehicle gets older or you’ve owned it awhile. To keep you informed before you buy, here are the following pros and cons to owning a European vehicle and an Asian vehicle.
Does your car suffer from a Quick Lube Dependency?
Recently we’ve seen several new customers bring their cars into the shop for emergency repairs. We discovered that both vehicles were in terrible condition caused by something we call “Quick Lube Dependency.”
12 Questions to Ask Before You Select an Auto Repair Shop
If you are actively searching for a new auto repair shop to work on your car, here are 12 questions you should ask: