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Coolant, also widely known as antifreeze, is an essential component to your engine system. Read our latest blog to learn more!  It usually consists of a 50/50 ratio of ethylene, or propylene glycol, and water that absorbs heat from the engine and disperses it through the radiator. Additionally, the heat is distributed through the heat … Continued

There can be nothing worse than a small dent in your new car. The good news for you is that removing small dents can be a “do it yourself” job and save you a ton of money versus going to a professional. There are some pretty simple tips and tricks to removing the dents with … Continued

Small, but essential to the functioning of your internal combustion engine, is the humble spark plug. Read our blog to learn more! Its purpose is to transmit an electrical signal from the ignition to create a spark, which in turn ignites the air-fuel mixture inside the combustion chamber. Spark plugs are uniquely designed for the … Continued

There is only so much that you can do as a driver to keep your car from overheating. When you are driving in the hot sun, especially in stop and go types of driving scenarios, this can lead your engine to overheating.  Outside of the warmer exterior weather, the issue normally lies with your engine’s … Continued

When it comes to our vehicle’s headlights, there are two factors that contribute to the dreaded foggy look we’ve all seen and maybe even experienced: road debris and UV rays from the sun. Both wear away at the protective coating on headlights. Here are some tips on how to clean your highlights yourself.  Cleaning with … Continued

While getting into the shop for a vehicle checkup is not the most exciting task to do, it is crucial to keeping your car in good shape. Making sure that you know what to look for and when is the main part of keeping your vehicle running the way it should. It also helps you … Continued

The leading cause of noisy brakes is actually not because your brakes are worn. Have you ever driven in the early morning after a rainy night? Most likely you have heard a squeak or two. This is actually due to the brake pads warming up and getting rid of any rust that has accumulated from … Continued

The cold is making its way into our lives, which means it’s important we make sure our vehicle’s heating system is up to par.  Read our latest blog to learn more.  We don’t know about you, but what makes the cold bearable in our minds is that we have the option to get warm and … Continued