So many times we’ll hear words related to our cars and not even understand what they are. An automotive service adviser may tell a customer, “We need to change the differential oil,” and the customer may have no clue what he’s referring to. So what is a differential?
Car Safety
Avoid Having Your Dream Car Turn into a Nightmare
We’ve all seen the commercials. A guy wakes up Christmas morning, and waiting for him outside is his ultimate dream car — all wrapped up with a bow and a card from Santa.
Smoking Car? 6 Types of Auto Related Vapor / Smoke to Be Aware Of
Don’t let smoke get in your eyes!
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.
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.
My Check Engine Light is On. Is it Okay to Keep Driving?
My Check Engine light is on but I am not having any symptoms. Is it ok to keep driving?
8 Things You Can Do to Avoid Being a Distracted Driver
Practicing preventive maintenance and keeping all your automotive systems in tip-top shape is only part of the picture when avoiding accidents.
What to do if Your Check Engine Light Comes 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?
Hummmmmm… Is Your Car Making Unusual Noises?
Hummmmmmmmmm……… What is that humming noise that has been getting worse and worse?
Think Oil Changes Every 3000 Miles Are All You Need? Better Read This
Over the past several years, there’s been a lot of attention paid to getting an oil change every 3000 miles. Lube shops that do oil changes and services are now prevalent and accepted in the industry, but is getting an oil service on your car every 3000 miles all the preventive maintenance you need?
Installing A Side Airbag at Our Columbia, MD Auto Repair Shop
One of the things that frequently surprises people is just how much dismantling has to be done in order to complete an auto repair.
Most Drivers Need ‘Severe Driving Conditions’ Auto Service – Do You?
If your idea of “severe driving conditions” is limited to driving on roads like the one below. Think again.