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WHY IS MY CAR AC BLOWING WARM AIR?

As things begin to heat up outside, not many things could ruin a summer quite like broken AC. As a complex system, there can be many issues with your AC system. Air conditioning noises, not blowing cold enough, or even not blowing any air at all. Today we’ll take a deeper look at a few Read More

5 BENEFITS OF HAVING A SPARE CAR KEY

Like many other things in life, you don’t realize how much you need a spare key until it’s too late. It doesn’t come to mind immediately for many of us, but it can be a lifesaver in many situations. So let’s go over just a few benefits of having a spare car key! Making a Read More

WHY DOES MY HYUNDAI STEERING WHEEL CLICK WHEN I TURN IT?

Many Hyundai models manufactured from 07-15 have a built-in issue that may cause problems down the road. For many Hyundais and some Kias, there are common reports of clicking while turning the steering wheel to the left or right. While there can always be other root causes, the most likely culprit is the steering coupler. Read More

WHY SHOULD I GET AN ALIGNMENT?

Getting an alignment is the type of service that you don’t think about until you need it. We know that alignments prevent your car from drifting to the left or right, but they can benefit your vehicle in several ways you may have never considered. So, why should you get your car aligned? Here are Read More

SIGNS OF A WORN TIE ROD

Tie Rods play an essential role in controlling and steering your vehicle. The tie rod connects your steering gear to your steering knuckle, ensuring you turn correctly every single time. Connecting to your front wheels for responsive steering and control is the primary job of the tie rod. Using a ball and socket structure, the Read More

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CHANGE MY OIL?

We all know that oil is the lifeblood of your engine. Oil lubricates our engines, prevents overheating, and minimizes friction. Maintaining fresh oil in your vehicle is the key to longevity. Old oil becomes dirty with debris and other impurities, thickening over time. Knowing old oil can harm your engine over time raises this critical Read More

WHAT CAUSES UNEVEN TIRE WEAR?

Tires are an important but often overlooked part of your vehicle. Tires not only provide comfort while driving but safety as well. All tires will wear eventually, but what causes them to wear unevenly? Let’s start with tire inflation. Over and underinflation provide different wear patterns and challenges. Overinflated tires will show faster wear in Read More

4 TIPS FOR SUMMER CAR MAINTENANCE

Nothing is better than a summertime family vacation or road trip with a good group of friends. Keeping your car in tip-top shape for the summer is vital for great days in the sun. With summer comes extreme heat, which can do a number on your vehicle. So today, we want to review a few Read More

WHAT’S A GDI ENGINE?

GDI or Gasoline Direct Injection is a fuel injection used by many modern vehicles. Traditional multi-point fuel injection injects fuel into the intake at low pressure. With GDI engines, a common fuel line injects gasoline at high pressure directly into the combustion chamber of each cylinder. This gives GDI engines precise control of injection timing Read More

FIVE SIGNS OF A FAILING TIMING BELT

The timing belt is a vital part of the engine that allows the crankshaft and camshaft to work in perfect harmony. Comprised of reinforced rubber with internal teeth to grip gears. Even with the industrial-strength rubber, the timing belt is under immense pressure, so it’s important to know what to look for in case of Read More

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