by Nick Stoffel | Mar 30, 2018 | general car maintenance, handling, potholes, Suspension
The suspension is needed for your vehicle to help keep it comfortable when you are driving. The easiest way to notice an issue is feeling a lot of bumping when going over rough roads. This will end up making it uncomfortable for you and your passengers. This... by Nick Stoffel | Mar 22, 2018 | car care tips, spring inspections, tire repair, windshield wipers
Now is a great time for spring inspections to be done for your vehicle. Over the winter, your vehicle takes a beating. Snow, salt, corrosion, and rust can build up on your vehicle. This can increase the chance of needing it replaced sooner than you should.... by Nick Stoffel | Mar 16, 2018 | checking and topping off engine fluids, oil change, Oil changes, safe driving tips
Oil changes are necessary and important. Without them, you can cause damage to parts of the engine. If you are not sure how often to have oil changes done, make sure to contact us. We can advise you on the correct schedule. If you notice an issue with the oil, you... by Nick Stoffel | Mar 8, 2018 | car care tips, Inspecting the tires, Pothole damage, potholes
As the snow melts, be aware of potholes. Hitting potholes can cause suspension damage like a broken ball joint or blown strut. It can also cause the suspension to have issues as you drive. Sometimes you will hit a pothole hard enough you will need an alignment. An... by Nick Stoffel | Feb 28, 2018 | auto repair, Brake noise, brake repair, general car maintenance
What to do about Brake Noise When you drive, nothing gets your attention like hearing grinding or squealing brake noise. It is important to keep the brakes in the best working condition possible. This means going in for regular maintenance inspections. If you do...