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Information about auto repair and preventive maintenance

Category: Money Saving Tips

6 Ways to Increase Fuel Mileage On a Diesel Pickup

Tweet If you love driving a diesel but hate spending money at the pump, it’s well worth your while to learn how to increase fuel mileage on your diesel pickup. Some methods of doing this may cost money up front but you’ll reap the savings in fuel economy and improved engine performance. Other methods won’t […]

Don’t Let Catalytic Converter Theft Happen to YOU!

Tweet If you thought that catalytic converter theft had gone away, think again. In fact, according to some sources, the number of thefts is actually continuing to increase.   In a recent report from Carfax, it was announced that 153,000 catalytic converters were stolen in 2022 alone. Totals previously reported by other sources were lower […]

5 Practical Hybrid Maintenance Tips You Can Use

Tweet Are today’s high gas prices getting you down? If so, you’re not alone. Just looking at recent vehicle sales will tell you that there were over 800,000 new hybrid vehicles purchased in the U.S. in 2021 (according to data compiled by Reuters). That’s partly due to high prices at the pump, new mandates for […]

7 Things Every Diesel Owner Should Know

Tweet Whether you’re looking for more towing capacity, better reliability, or higher fuel economy, there are plenty of reasons to become a diesel owner. But before you take the plunge and swear off gas-powered vehicles for good, there are some important things you should know about diesel engines. As a Diesel Owner, Here’s What You […]

Is Maintaining Your Car Better Than Buying A New One?

Tweet Ah, the age-old question … Is maintaining your car a smart financial decision or are you better off buying a new car or a new-to you used vehicle? Truthfully, the right answer depends on your specific situation. While only YOU can ultimately make that choice, we’d like to highlight some important factors that could […]

Car Maintenance Skills Every Vehicle Owner Should Have

Tweet When you think of car maintenance skills, your thoughts probably turn to your local auto mechanic. You know, that automotive expert you trust to handle all of your vehicle related concerns. While it’s true that your trustworthy mechanic likely does have some pretty awesome talents and abilities, that doesn’t take you off the hook […]

7 Tips to Help You Save Money and Improve Transmission Performance

Tweet With today’s high gas prices and the cost of everything else going up too, no one wants to face expensive transmission repairs or even a full transmission replacement. Yet, that’s exactly what will happen if you ignore essential routine vehicle maintenance or practice faulty driving habits. Rather than focusing on the negative, however, let’s […]

7 Ways to Stop Catalytic Converter Theft

Tweet Catalytic converter theft is on the rise across the country so if you haven’t heard about it in your area yet, give it time! In fact, the National Insurance Crime Bureau reported a 325 percent increase in catalytic converter theft in the U.S. between 2019 and 2020. Even here in sunny Tempe, AZ we’ve […]

3 Ways to Avoid Paying Above Sticker Price For a New Vehicle

Tweet With gas prices soaring, almost everyone feels the pinch in their wallets these days. If you decide that now is the time to buy a new car, however, you’re going to feel it even more. That’s because the average new car price is currently around $45,000 and some people are even paying ABOVE sticker […]

5 Easy Tips to Help You Get the Most Out of Your Tires

Tweet Whether you drive a new vehicle or a used one, purchasing a vehicle is a significant investment. But, the money you spend on your vehicle doesn’t stop after making the initial purchase. In fact, it will continue for as long as you own the vehicle but it will come in the form of auto […]