Often we are judged, not on how well we perform a job, but on how well we perform when something goes wrong. Most people understand that auto repairs and service can’t be perfect; that is why we have warranties. When it comes to a warranty issue or perhaps an issue just outside of the warranty, how an auto service provider performs becomes very important.

Does your car rarely leave your parking spot, driveway, or garage? If you aren’t logging many miles on your vehicle then there are some adjustments you can follow when having your car serviced to ensure you’re getting the most for your service dollar.

Whether it’s medical care, legal assistance, choosing a realtor or any other service provider, knowing the right questions to ask is critical to making a good choice. It’s true for choosing an auto shop also. Different shops have different levels of expertise and training, different quality control practices, different ways of communicating with their customers, different warranties…..the list goes on.

Do you know what to do if your check engine light comes on? Do any new drivers in your household know what to do?

Have you ever been driving your car and it shook so much you felt like you were on an amusement park ride? Well, here are three common problems that can cause a car to shake.

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 car with CVT? Or perhaps you are asking — “Do I have a car with a CVT?” — Or maybe you’re even wondering, “What is a CVT?”

Today we come across customers who claim to be experts in auto repair, but in just a short time we can tell that their experience is limited to oil changes coupled with access to a computer.

Just think about it, for most people, after a mortgage, a car is one of the most expensive purchases we make. So, how much time and thought did you put into finding a great auto mechanic? Chances are you spend more time planning your vacations!