It’s never fun to be the target of vandalism, even if the result is purely cosmetic damage to your car. One common example is the act of keying, which is when someone scrapes their key down the side of your vehicle to damage the paint. Repair options depend on the severity of the vandalism. The following guide can help you decide what your options are. Minor Scratches A minor key scratch generally only penetrates the top clear coat.…
Read More »The brake lights on the back of your car are very important, since they warn other drivers when your vehicle is slowing down or stopping. Along with putting you at serious risk of an accident, faulty brake lights can also cause you to get a ticket from law enforcement and can prevent your car from passing a state vehicle inspection. If your brake lights aren’t working, you should know that there are a few potential causes.…
Read More »If you want to provide your truck with the highest quality repair, it involves doing business with the best truck repair professionals and also getting your hands on the right parts. You may be able to get greater repairs at prices that you have more control over when you decide to purchase custom truck parts on your own, while leaving the labor to a licensed truck repair contractor you can trust.…
Read More »Have you been trying to figure out what might be causing to the engine light in your vehicle staying lit up? You are either dealing with a bad engine that is in need of being replaced, or the check engine light might simply mean that a minor problem needs attention. Find out in this article what you should know about a few of the engine parts that might cause problems if they are not in good shape.…
Read More »You get in your car for your drive to work, only to find that it won’t start. After an initial frustration of knowing that you’ll be late, it’s time to work out why. There are various reasons your car won’t start, and here is a guide to troubleshooting the problem to get it going again. Is There Silence? What do you hear when you turn the ignition. If there is complete silence, it means the battery is the likely reason for the car not starting.…
Read More »Mufflers are designed to reduce the amount of noise escaping from your vehicle while in operation but also play a role in your car’s performance. If a muffler is working properly, it is constantly clearing exhaust from the engine, allowing oxygen to be brought in and for the engine to work properly. Thus, a damaged or improperly functioning muffler can not only be loud but also affect how well your vehicle operates, driving down your fuel efficiency and reducing overall performance.…
Read More »When your vehicle has paint that is chipping, fading or cracking, you might decide to paint the vehicle. You can either paint it yourself or have it professionally done. While going to a nearby auto body shop costs more, there are also a lot of benefits to choosing this option. They Have Special Equipment A good reason to have a professional paint your vehicle instead of attempting to do it yourself is because they have the best tools and equipment.…
Read More »Purchasing a used car requires much more work than if you were going to buy a brand new vehicle. With a brand new vehicle you don’t have to worry about the history behind the car like you do a used vehicle. On the flip side, you could end up paying much more for a new vehicle than a used one making the benefit of buying used very appealing. When you do purchase a used vehicle, you want to make sure you have done your homework.…
Read More »The suspension of any vehicle is made up of a complex system of shocks, springs, and hardware that work together to make sure you have not just a smooth-sailing ride on the highway, but a safe ride as well. When you are shopping for a used vehicle, there will be things that you are looking for, but if you are like a lot of prospective buyers, suspension problems will not be one of them.…
Read More »Once the tires of your car have insufficient tread to grab the road as securely as they should, the reduction in friction can cause driving your car to become unsafe. Thus, it is important to replace your tires when they reach an unacceptable tread depth. Tires that have 2⁄32 of an inch of tread or less need to be replaced as soon as possible. At this depth, the tire is considered bald.…
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