2016

What You Should Expect with Oil-Change Services

Even if you are not mechanically inclined, you know that the oil in your vehicle needs to be changed regularly. Since some people do not pay attention to when this maintenance was last performed, most cars have a light in the dashboard to remind you when it is time. When this happens, you find the latest coupon for an oil change and head to the shop. Before you sign the paperwork to have the job done, there are a few things you should look for and understand.

3 Tips To Reduce The Cost Of Maintaining Your Foreign Car

Even though a lot of people love foreign cars, many people also talk about the high cost of maintenance. Although this is not always the case, it can sometimes be costly to maintain a foreign vehicle, since parts can be more expensive and since you may need to hire a specialized mechanic to work on your vehicle. Luckily, there are ways that you can reduce the cost of maintaining your foreign car.

3 Auto Problems That You Will Be Facing As Temperatures Drop This Autumn

As the summer winds to an end, you may not be thinking too much about the temperatures getting cooler. When the cold arrives, there are some car problems that you may be facing, such as cold starting your car in the morning or the battery being drained due to cold temperatures. If you live in an area that gets early snowfall, you may also be concerned about having good tires and chains for driving in winter weather.

3 Things You May Not Know About Catalytic Converters

Unless it starts causing problems, you likely do not give the catalytic converter under your car much thought. But this essential part of your vehicle's emission system actually acts as an interesting talking point due to the legal and functional issues surrounding this component. Here are three things you never thought you wanted to know about catalytic converters.   You Cannot Buy And Install Used Converters In many locations, you cannot legally buy and install a used catalytic converter on your vehicle once your stock one goes bad.

Five Signs You Need Transmission Repair

Transmission repair is one of the most expensive repairs you will have to make if the problems go unnoticed for too long. This is why it's important to know some of the signs that you need transmission repairs. Here are five specific signs to note. Slipping: Slipping happens when your car is in gear but isn't moving forward. This usually indicates that the car has slipped because the transmission is beginning to fail.