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 […]
5 DIY Car Repairs You Should Avoid
Tweet If DIY car repairs are right up your alley, you may want to think twice about doing some of these car repairs unless you’re a professional mechanic. That’s because most vehicle repairs require specialized knowledge and tools to get the job done correctly and safely. When it comes to these DIY auto repairs, your […]
Is a Pre-Purchase Inspection REALLY Necessary?
Tweet Buying a used vehicle can often save you a significant amount of money vs. buying the same vehicle brand new. But, is buying used always a good deal? The only real way to know for sure is by having a pre-purchase inspection done before you buy. Here’s why … A Pre-Purchase Inspection Identifies Potential Problems Just because you’ve owned […]
Is Buying a Powertrain Warranty a Smart Decision?
Tweet Auto repairs can be expensive … there’s no doubt about that. That’s why many people choose to buy a safeguard, such as a powertrain warranty, to help prevent high dollar repairs whenever possible. But, is the extra cost associated with that purchase necessary, or even a wise buying decision? Let’s take a look at […]
Is an Extended Car Warranty Worth the Extra Cost?
Tweet If you purchase a new or used vehicle from a dealership, there’s no question about it … you’ll be asked if you want to also buy an extended car warranty. And, depending on the dealer, you may be coerced into thinking you have to have it in order to fully protect your vehicle. Before you find yourself in […]
Synthetic vs. Conventional – Which Type of Motor Oil Should I Use?
Tweet Almost every vehicle owner knows what an oil change is. Even a first-time car owner, such as a teenager, knows that oil changes are a necessary part of vehicle maintenance. But, many people do not know much about the types of oil available, the benefits of each, and why oil is so critical anyway. […]