Understanding Car Issues

Signs The The Exhaust System On Your Car Needs Attention

3 December 2021

The exhaust system under your car or truck is designed to remove the exhaust gases from the engine safely away from the vehicle's passenger compartment. The system will also quiet the noise of the exhaust exiting the engine, but when it is damaged or rusted, you may need to schedule professional exhaust system repairs to keep it working properly. Exhaust Gases The primary concern with exhaust gases is the danger they pose to people riding in your car if the exhaust system is not tight.

What Factors Affect Your Automatic Transmission Service Intervals?

2 November 2021

Servicing your automatic transmission will help it last for many hundreds of thousands of miles. A reliable and well-maintained transmission may even outlast the rest of your vehicle, helping you keep your car for a long while and avoiding a potentially budget-burning repair. Unfortunately, you may be less familiar with servicing and maintaining your transmission than your engine. While your car's engine has quite a few serviceable parts, your transmission only has two that you need to worry about: the filter and the fluid.

2 Reasons Not To Use A Can Of Top-Up Coolant To Refill Your Car's Air Conditioner

1 October 2021

Lately, you may have noticed that your car's AC is no longer blowing cold air out of the vents. Because of this, you may have come to the conclusion that it needs coolant and have decided to try to refill it with a top-up can. However, you should think twice about recharging your car's air-conditioning system with one of these cans of top-up coolant. There are a couple of reasons why this is not a good idea for broken AC repair.

Is It Ever Safe To Drive An Overheating Car?

30 August 2021

It might feel sweltering under the heat of the summer sun, but the interior of your car's engine is much, much hotter. The standard operating temperature will vary from vehicle to vehicle, but you can expect your coolant to be warm enough to cause severe burns. Unfortunately, your car's engine can get much hotter than this if your cooling system isn't correctly functioning. Overheating can be just as dangerous for your car as running low on oil.

Selling Your Junk Car: Find Out How You Can Clean The Clutter While Earning Cash

27 July 2021

Do you have a junk car sitting around that you no longer want? Have you been looking for ways to earn a bit of extra cash? If so, you may be surprised to learn that the issue of getting rid of your junk car can actually be the solution to your money troubles. While your junk car may not have much value to you anymore, it still hold quite a bit of value simply because of the materials that are used in its construction.

Why You Should Have Your Boat Cleaned Regularly

22 June 2021

If you own a boat, big or small, you should properly care for it. The better you care for your boat, the newer and cleaner it is likely to look. This enables you to get more enjoyment and pride out of it. Plus, when a boat is clean and inviting, you're more likely to use it often. Even better yet, a clean, fresh boat will almost certainly fetch a higher value should you choose to sell.

Has Your Car Refused to Start? 2 Issues That Might Be the Cause

26 May 2021

When your car is in perfect shape, life is much easier. A fully functional vehicle will enable you to get to work more conveniently, drop off your kids in school, and drive across the city more comfortably. On the other hand, a faulty car can cause many inconveniences to your daily schedule. One of the common issues that nearly every car owner has experienced at some point is an engine that fails to start.

Roadside Safety Tips: How To Stay Safe While Waiting For A Tow

11 December 2019

Having your car break down on the highway, freeway, or a remote road can be a harrowing experience, but there are some steps you can take to help ensure you stay safe while waiting for rescue. Use the following guide in the event you find yourself stranded and in need of a tow. Make Your Vehicle More Visible Ensuring your disabled vehicle is visible to traffic can help avoid accidents. Use your hazard lights if you are still able to start your car.