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Common Types of Transmissions & Which Might Be Right for You
When it comes to choosing the right car, knowing what type of transmission you want is an important factor. Manufacturers are always improving transmissions used in their vehicles, including engineering new types of transmissions that are increasingly efficient. These...
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5 Minute Guide to the Real Benefits of a Tire Rotation
Engine, transmission, brakes and tires – with all the parts and systems in your car, you may wonder how much your car really benefits from regular maintenance services. We’re here to fill you in on the benefits of regular tire rotations and tire alignments. These tire...
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5 Common Things that May Cause a Whistling Sound in Car While Driving
Ever heard the phrase “whistle while you work”? Well, that shouldn’t apply to your car. When you start hearing a whistling sound while driving your car, it’s a sign there may be a car repair that should be handled by a trusted mechanic. Related car repairs may be...
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Is a Transmission Stop Leak Product a Good Option?
At the first sign of transmission trouble, your first thought may be to do whatever possible to avoid a major transmission repair. And we don’t blame you! If you’ve heard of transmission stop leak products and find you’re dealing with a transmission fluid leak, you...
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What is a Transmission Reflash and Why Might it Be Needed?
Replace, flush, and…reflash? When it comes to your car’s transmission and regular maintenance services, it’s possible your transmission’s performance problems can be solved with a reflash service. If you’re not familiar with transmission reflash services, you’re not...
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Checking Your Oil Whether It’s Hot or Cold Out
The seasons change – and so does your engine oil? Yes and no. You may have heard that it’s a good idea to time your oil change services with certain seasons to stay proactive about your car’s health. However, your engine oil also changes depending on the environment...
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Understanding Why Auto Repair Mechanics Request to See Your Vehicle
We live in the days of online searches. Instead of going to the doctor, we type in our symptoms and see what comes up. Rather than calling a mechanic, we search for the car problems we’re experiencing to find out what auto repair services we may need. While the...
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Why Your Car Pulls Right When Driving
Staying in your lane shouldn’t be tricky. If your car is pulling to one side, it’s an indication there’s a problem with your car. With so many different parts and systems that contribute to keeping your car moving in the right direction, it can be difficult to figure...
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3 Ways to Identify Wearing Brakes
Bad brakes got you down? No driver wants to deal with ineffective brakes or brake failure, so it’s smart to keep an eye out for earlier signs you may need to get a brake repair service on your calendar. These signs may be noticeable while driving, but it’s also a good...
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5 Top Symptoms When Your Transmission Has Gone Out
No matter what car trouble you’re dealing with, it’s frustrating when your car just isn’t acting right. Transmission failure is one of the most dreaded auto repairs you may encounter as a car owner – and rightly so. Any transmission repair is no laughing matter but if...
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