How to Choose the Right Tire

December 24th, 2020
Tires are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road. They also support the weight of the vehicle. Tires play a vital role in ensuring your car is safe to be driven. Selecting the right tires for your vehicle is an important task. Get it wrong, and you can jeopardize your car's performance and its ability to tackle any type of weather. Car tires usually need to be replaced every three or four years. Your tires must handle a wide variety of climatic conditions, so you need to make sure to buy tires that will perform not only in your most common climate conditions but also in the most extreme conditions that you will face. Automotive Tires
 
Choosing the tires that will serve your needs best involves determining the kinds of driving you’re doing, the type of vehicle you own, and the weather con ...[more]
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10 RV Beginner Mistakes To Avoid

December 11th, 2020
Things to consider for all new RV'ers.
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Common Auto Heating & Cooling Issues

December 10th, 2020
The heating and cooling system are connected within your car, but they function as separate systems. Maintaining you’re A/C and heating systems involves having regular maintenance performed to avoid any larger issues down the line. Proper maintenance of these components can make the difference between a comfortable and relaxed drive and a torturous journey. The auto heating & cooling systems have so many components that it’s sometimes difficult to know what may be causing a malfunction or performance problem. Heating and Cooling Automotive
 
When you schedule a diagnostic inspection with an auto repair shop, they will identify the issue and make recommendations to fix your heating or cooling problems. Heating and cooling issues come in a variety of shapes and sizes. If you experience issues wi ...[more]
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How to Extend the Life of Your Brakes

November 26th, 2020
Keeping your car’s brakes in good condition is one of the most crucial preventative maintenance items for keeping yourself, your passengers, and your car safe on the road. Your vehicle’s brake components are not going to last forever, but you can keep them properly maintained to preserve their usefulness and make sure they keep performing at their best. A faulty brake system can reduce your safety on the road and can cause other serious problems and expensive damages to your vehicle. Working brakes are essential to keeping safe on the road and could even be the difference between life and death. Brake Repair and Maintenance
 
Most brakes will lose their effectiveness after 25,000 miles, but factors like quality of the brake pad, braking habits, and the temperature can all have a significant impact on how lo ...[more]
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What to Do if You Have a Flat Tire

November 12th, 2020
Getting a flat tire — whenever it is — is always a huge inconvenience. You were going about your day and suddenly “boom!” You pull over to check the damage and notice your tire is flat. Now what? One thing you should not do when you get a flat tire is to continue driving. Without a proper tire, you can seriously damage your wheel, which will cause the need for a tire replacement. A flat tire is caused by either a puncture, tire failure, damage to the valve system, excessive wear and tear, separation of tire and rim, or a blowout due to the tire’s over- or under-inflation. Changing a flat tire will be easier if you are preparing for the inevitable. Flat Tire Repair
 
Many people don’t know how to change a flat tire and don’t even think about the situation until their stranded on th ...[more]
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How to Improve Your Car’s Fuel Economy

October 29th, 2020
Owning a vehicle in today’s modern society is a fundamental necessity. However, there is one element about vehicle ownership that frustrates most of us. Although auto repairs and maintenance service can be frazzling, the constant rise in the price of fuel is one of the biggest issues for motorists. As gas prices remain high, improving your car’s mileage is crucial. You want to utilize every possible way of stretching a tank of gas further and reduce the number of times you must fill up per month. Regardless of what car you drive, you can always use a little extra money at the end of the month, and cutting back your gas expenses is a great way to do so. Fuel Economy
 
There are many tips that you can implement to help increase your mileage and save money on gas. Cars run their best and consume less fuel whe ...[more]
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How to Inspect Your Tires

October 15th, 2020
Your car’s tires are a huge part of your driving experience and a crucial component of the safe performance of your vehicle. Tires are the car's connection to the road. They help you to accelerate, brake, and keep your car under control. A good set of tires can make the difference between a safe, smooth ride and a dangerous vehicle on the road. On the other hand, bad tires can wear out the car and reduce gas mileage by requiring more effort to do its job. Faulty tires can also cause other problems with your car. Wheel alignment, suspension, tire balancing, and brakes can all be affected by the condition of your tires.Tire Inspection
 
Tire failure can be catastrophic. According to recent studies, an estimated 11,000 car crashes per year are caused by tire failure. These accidents were as a result of worn-out t ...[more]
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How to Extend the Life of Your Tires

October 12th, 2020
Are your tires ready to do their job correctly? Have a look at some of the important suggestions below to ensure your tires are ready to perform when needed.
 
1. Start with a visual inspection of each tire. Most car-care experts recommend check ups each month and before long road trips. Inspect them for uneven wear, cracks, foreign objects or signs of damage. Remove bits of glass and other foreign objects that may have become wedged in the tread. Ensure each of the tire valves has a valve cap.
 
2. Check the air pressure in each tire regularly using a good quality tire gauge. If your car came with an onboard tire pressure indicator that gives an exact reading at all four corners, so much the better. If it only has ...[more]
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Tuffy's Car Washing Tips

October 12th, 2020
  1. When you see contaminants like dead bugs or bird droppings on the paint surface of your car, rinse them right away. Bird droppings have a high acidity that can eat into the clear coat. If not removed they can dig deep into your paint, leaving “scars” that can only be removed by sanding and repainting.
  2. Don't wash your vehicle during the hottest part of the day. The soap and water dry much faster and can dull the finish.
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Signs of a Bad Car Battery

October 12th, 2020

A car battery provides the power needed to start your vehicle. It is a vital, mechanical component often overlooked. Batteries can fail without warning. There are steps that you can take to evaluate problems and restart your battery. For batteries to provide optimum performance, regular maintenance is necessary.

When Starting Your Vehicle

A dying car battery causes problems with your car starting, especially after the car sits for a few hours. If your car struggles to turn over, but then the engine starts up without a problem, the battery is likely the cause. If the battery has an extremely low charge, you may hear a clicking noise when you try to start up the engine, but the car will not start.

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