Entries by melissa

Brake Failure Indicators

One of the scariest scenarios that can happen to a driver is brake failure. You do NOT want to be driving down a steep hill and all-of-a-sudden lose your ability to stop.    As such, if you’re a car owner you should always be on the lookout for signs of brake failure, including the following: […]

Keep Your Battery Running in the Summer Heat

It’s May which means summer is right around the corner and with that comes more heat for your vehicle’s various components to deal with – including your battery.    Higher temperatures may help out with your battery’s capacity, making turning the engine over easier, the extra heat can also expediate the deterioration process for your […]

Biggest Driving Distractions

Preventative maintenance is important for keeping your vehicle safely on the road, but just as important is safe driving practices! This includes avoiding driving distractions, which can seem minor but have major consequences…    Hundreds of accidents happen every day and 90% of all car crashes are caused by driver error. Being less than totally […]

Summertime Vehicle Maintenance

Whether you’re about to head up to the mountains, on a lengthy road trip vacation or just around the corner for some ice cream, driving in the summertime can present a set of unique challenges for your vehicle. Intense sunlight, oppressive heat, etc. can take its toll on your car, meaning the more on top […]

Keep it Cool!

As temperatures continue to rise this month and we head towards summertime, you’ll most likely be using your air conditioning system more and more in order to stay comfortable while you’re driving. The one thing you DON’T want to experience this spring/summer is discomfort at the hands of a faulty a/c system! With that in […]