November 18, 2021 9:00 pm
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If you’ve bought a car in recent years, chances are that it has an ECU (engine control unit) that controls its performance. These internal computers are responsible for ensuring that the cars run well and alert drivers when anything goes wrong. This is generally expressed via codes that pop up on a scanning tool. When it comes to diagnosing car codes, it may not be as simple as you’d think. Here are the top diagnostic codes in cars. Oxygen sensor This is often related to codes P0171 and P0175. This code comes up when your vehicle’s oxygen sensor isn’t working.... View Article
October 28, 2021 2:26 pm
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Wondering how to prevent hydroplaning? For new and experienced drivers alike, any time your car slips and slides on wet roads—and even completely loses contact with the road, in some cases—it’s always a scary situation. There are several factors that increase a driver’s risk of hydroplaning, from tire issues to the depth of the water on the roadways. Here’s a brief guide to preventing this potentially dangerous occurrence from happening. What is hydroplaning? Hydroplaning, also known as aquaplaning, occurs when a car’s tires lose traction with the surface of the road due to water. It happens when water gets in... View Article
October 14, 2021 2:26 pm
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With fall in full swing, the cold winter temperatures are just around the corner. Is your car fully prepared to handle cold temperatures and winter precipitation? It’s not hard to get your ride ready for even the roughest of winters—with a bit of extra car care, you can prevent the cold from wreaking havoc on your car. Here are some basic winter car care tips that can help you get ready for the coldest months of the year. Maintain the battery When temperatures fall, car battery performance can suffer greatly. Cold temperatures significantly reduce a battery’s cranking power by up... View Article
September 30, 2021 6:19 pm
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You may not have realized it, but there are a lot of myths surrounding car tires. Having the wrong information about tires could end up putting you in an emergency situation. So, what do you need to know about tires and the myths surrounding them? Check all the common misconceptions we’ve mentioned below. Hopefully, after reading them, you’ll be better prepared in the event a tire-related emergency arises while you’re on the road. MYTH: You can tell if a tire needs air by kicking it The first tire myth we’re going to talk about is the one that says you... View Article
September 16, 2021 6:19 pm
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Road trips offer a fun and exciting way to spend time with friends and family. That’s why you don’t want all of your road trip planning to be interrupted by car trouble. Not only would car trouble be annoying, but it could also be dangerous. That’s why it’s important the get a car tune-up from a professional mechanic before hitting the road. Be sure your mechanic pays special attention to these parts and components: The brakes: One of the first things you’ll want to have checked is your vehicle’s brakes. Having bad brakes is extremely unsafe and could result in... View Article
