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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:
Are You Getting the Correct Service on Your Vehicle?
Have you ever looked in your owner’s manual to see what the recommended services are for your vehicle? Many car owners just take their car into the dealership and trust that the correct services will be performed. Or if it is time for an oil change, they just visit the nearest Quick Lube.
Should I Buy a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle?
To buy or not to buy a hybrid or electric car? This is the question top of mind with most new car shoppers today. The answer depends on your driving habits.
My Check Engine Light is On But I’m Not Having Issues. What Should I Do?
My Check Engine light is on, but my car seems to be running okay. Is it ok to keep driving?
My Check Engine Light Just Came On. What Should I Do?
Be sure that you know what your check engine light looks like and where it is located. The check engine light is located on your dashboard where the instrument lights are. Different cars use different identifiers, so be sure to check out your vehicle manual so that you know exactly what your check engine light looks like.