CAR CARE TIPS BLOG

If you’re sliding through stop signs, it is time to service your brakes. The last thing you want is to be the cause of an accident because you were unable to stop. Unfortunately, there is no clear-cut schedule that tells you when it's time to replace brakes, so you need to rely on your ears and the advice of an experienced auto repair technician. Most vehicle owners have a tire rotation about every six months, so that is also a good time to have the brakes inspected.

Schedule a brake service as soon as possible if you notice any of the signs of braking problems below:

Are you looking for quality auto repair but are afraid to commit to any certain auto repair shop? It seems there is an auto shop on every corner vying for your attention with tempting discounts. How can you determine which shop to use so that you will be sure to receive the highest quality of auto repair and service possible?

Here are four questions you can ask your auto repair shop:

Have you been driving to work when all of a sudden you see the “Check Engine” light illuminate on your dash? Should you drive straight to your auto shop, or is it okay to go on to work? By understanding what the service engine light represents will help you in making this decision.

First of all, this warning light can mean various things, from a loose gas cap to a seriously misfiring engine. It also means that your vehicle is probably getting fewer miles per gallon and emitting higher than normal levels of toxic pollutants into the atmosphere. The important issue is to make sure that long-term damage isn’t taking place in the engine and that you aren't compromising the safety of your vehicle.  Head to your auto shop to get the light checked out!