Buying a car at an auction is a very risky business. We have seen very few cases where it has turn out well.
Auto Tips
Top 10 Handbrake Questions a.k.a Parking Brakes 101
We often get questions on handbrakes. Some of our customers aren’t sure when or how to use them. We thought it would be a good idea to do a Q&A on the top 10 questions asked related to the handbrake. Importantly, on some cars the “handbrake” is actually a foot pedal. It’s also called an emergency brake or parking brake.
How We Helped Save a BMW Owner over $9000
We love it when we can save our customers’ money. Recently a customer called about a 2012 BMW X3 with 112,000 miles on it. She wanted a second opinion on a transmission.
Our Acura’s 1st Service at the Dealer – A 100 Minute Wait
A couple of months ago a card arrived in the mail to remind us to take our new Acura RDX in for its first service.
Top 10 Things MINI Cooper Owners Should Know
Over the past few years we have written many blog posts on the MINI Cooper. If you are familiar with our auto repair center, you may know that when we first opened our auto shop back in 1978, we focused on servicing British and American cars — hence the name, British American Auto Care.
My Car Will Not Start Sometimes – How Much Will it Cost to Fix This?
Ever had this happen? You drive your car, park it for a few minutes to run an errand — then when you return your car won’t start.
10 Things You Can Do to Prepare Your Car for Winter Driving
I don’t know about you, but I glimpsed a lot of people sporting their winter coats this past weekend. Snow has already hit Maine (no surprise there), but it’s hit Tennessee and South Carolina too! Yes, the winter weather is already here in some parts of the country. It’s best to be prepared for it.
The Myth of the $19.99 Oil Change
Have you ever gotten an oil change for $19.99 or less? How much do you think the value of that oil service really was?
Auto Transmission Repairs – What Every Driver Should Know
You can expect your car’s transmission to last for 200,000 to 300,000 miles, but some maintenance may be required.
Columbia MD Brake Service – What Every Driver Should Know
Proper brake maintenance is essential to automobile safety. In the video below, I review some key tips on brake maintenance, but the bottom line is to be sure your brakes undergo a thorough examination every year.
Protect Yourself – Choose the Right Auto Repair Shop – An Infographic
Last week, the office of consumer affairs in Howard County, MD put out an informational piece describing ways to protect yourself when choosing an auto repair shop.
The Auto Shop Road Test – Why Your Mileage is Different at Pick-up
When you bring your car in for servicing at BA Auto Care we road test your car. We test it before we bring it into the shop for servicing (AM Road Testing) and after the repair or maintenance work has been completed (PM Road Testing). That’s why your mileage won’t be exactly the same as when you dropped your car off.