If your vehicle could talk, you would likely hear a nagging voice in your ear urging you to repair that tiny dent that appeared on the passenger door. After all, your vehicle’s appearance and resale value both depend upon your commitment to regular maintenance. Unfortunately, many vehicle owners tend to turn a blind eye to…
Imagine you’re driving down the highway at 60-plus mph when you realize there’s an accident straight ahead, and you need to slow down and stop — NOW. Going from that speed to a complete stop means covering approximately half the length of a football field, and that’s if your brakes are working the way they…
You’re driving along with not a care in the world when suddenly your happy mood turns from sunshine and unicorns to dark clouds and a queasy feeling in your stomach. It’s all because of a little engine-shaped yellow light illuminating on your dash. Yes, the dreaded “Check Engine Light” can be a cause for panic….
Is the timing belt on your Ford out of time? Let’s face it, most people don’t wake up in the morning, have a cup of coffee, and think “hey, I’d better replace my timing belt today!” Timing belt replacement also isn’t a heated topic of debate on social media (“Gotta replace that timing chain now,…
The “heat dome” that recently put a scorching lid over most of the country certainly made life miserable for San Antonians. Typically, you emerge from the oasis of cool comfort provided by your home, office, or shopping mall into the blazing, humid heat. You reach your car, and the first thing you do is to…
Your vehicle is a significant investment so it just makes sense to keep it running its best. Inspecting some of your car’s major components, such as brakes, tires, electrical system, heating and air conditioning, and lights on a regular basis will help to avoid little problems from becoming bigger ones down the road. It’s a…
