2015

Tips For Saving Money On Auto Body Repairs

Automotive Blog

Whether you've been involved in a car accident or someone put a dent in your car while it was parked outside of a store, you need to have auto body repair work complete -- and it can be costly. Fortunately, there are several things that you can do to lower the cost of the repairs. Check out these tips to save money on auto body repair work. Determine if Paintless Dent Repair is Possible

21 December 2015

3 Primary Issues Related To Your Exhaust System

Automotive Blog

Your exhaust system, which includes your muffler, plays an important role in keeping your vehicle running smoothly. It helps keep waste gases away from the passenger cabin on your vehicle, keeping you safe as your drive. Your exhaust system is also responsible for maintaining optimum fuel efficiency , helps keep your engine running properly and reduces the overall amount of polluting emissions that your vehicle releases into the environment. Here are three problems you need to keep an eye out for in regards to your exhaust system.

4 December 2015

What Is Transmission Fluid?

Automotive Blog

Your transmission is one of the most important--and expensive--parts in your car. The transmission fluid helps this critical piece of your car continue to function properly. Knowing about the transmission fluid and your role in maintaining it can help you take better care of your car. What is transmission fluid? Transmission fluid is the lubricant that helps the interior parts of the transmission moving smoothly during operation. How often does it need to be replaced?

16 November 2015

Signs That The Hydraulic Machines In Your Automotive Machine Shop Need Repairs

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There are a few special hydraulic machines used in automotive machine shops. The most common of these is the air lift. Operating on intense hydraulic pressure, the lift is able to push cars and trucks weighing between one and two tons into the air so mechanics can get underneath for repairs without getting crushed or injured. Another type of hydraulic machine in an automotive shop is the tire pressure checker and air filler system.

26 October 2015

Transforming Your Basic 4X4 Into An Off-Road Machine With 2 Simple Upgrades

Automotive Blog

You may be perfectly satisfied with the way your vehicle behaves on the highway, but take a turn off the road onto an unbeaten path, and you may find that your basic four-wheel-drive really could use a few upgrades. The fact is, even when a vehicle is rated for four-wheel-driving, it does not often roll off of the factory lot with everything you really need to travel rough terrain. Thankfully, when it comes to upgrades that are available for people who seek the thrill of off-road four-wheel-driving, there are many choices.

12 October 2015

Why Is Your Car Stalling?

Automotive Blog

Are you having problems keeping your car running when you come to a stop? Before you take your car to the shop for repairs, you should try to get an idea of what is causing the car to stall. Below, you will find the three most common causes of cars stalling when idling to give you an idea of what could be going on. Bad Gas The gas that you put in your car could actually be what is causing the car to stall.

28 September 2015

3 Signs You May Need To Have Your Car Looked At By A Mechanic

Automotive Blog

It's important to take careful care of your vehicle so that you can get around safely and are able to protect your investment. If you don't keep up with regular care, you may have to pay a lot of money for serious repairs. It's important to recognize warning signs that you may need repairs so that you can get help as soon as you notice an issue. Take a look at the following information to better understand some of the warning signs that may point to the need to see a mechanic.

2 September 2015

Troubleshooting Battery Problems In Your Car

Automotive Blog

You don't have to think much about your car battery until something goes wrong. They are made to keep working until the last moment when they give out. There are a few signs to tell you that there could be a battery problem. Then it's time to drive right to an auto repair services shop to get it looked at. Delaying that trip might find you stranded in the mall parking lot with a dead battery.

14 August 2015

3 Reasons Why Your Car Is Shaking

Automotive Blog

Does your car shake when you drive it? Does it feel like the steering wheel is rattling in your hands? If so, then you may want to get it inspected as soon as possible. A shaking car could signal any number of problems, including engine trouble, suspension problems, and wheel or tire issues. The shaking may be an easy fix, but if you let it go on too long, you could have a much more costly and complex issue on your hands.

30 July 2015

Emerging Agricultural Technologies

Automotive Blog

Throughout history, the farm has been a breeding ground of new technology. From the first true automobile, the steam-powered tractor of the late 19th century, to the genetically modified produce of today, the farm has been at the bleeding edge of scientific advancement for hundreds of years. As the 21st century has already seen great advances in Internet-connected devices and alternate energy, the application of these technologies to the agricultural sector is sure to enhance production and spur further innovation in the years to come.

8 July 2015