You may think that hitting the curb with your car is no big deal. But, in reality, hitting the curb could cause significant mechanical problems. Your vehicle’s suspension is very complex. The suspension consists of many different parts that can be damaged easily, even if the impact with the curb is as slow as 5…
Aside from rogue shopping carts, Texas-sized hail, and collisions, your car’s paint is probably pretty safe with routine washes and waxes. But don’t let its rugged appearance fool you! Car paint has enemies hiding in the oddest of nooks and crannies. Here are 4 everyday causes of auto paint damage that you can avoid if…
In a world that rewards “cheap,” conventional oil reigns supreme. But conventional motor oil’s dominance over the last 50-plus years doesn’t automatically make it better than synthetic oil. In fact, when you push aside price, premium synthetic motor oil is far and away the better option for a majority of newer vehicles, Ford models included….
The tread on your tire is as important as the foundation under your home—you wouldn’t want to build a house on a slab of thin cardboard, would you? The same can be said of driving with a set of bald tires. But when exactly should you replace your tires? Is there a certain tread depth…
Hail + Car = Bad News. It’s simple math. What’s not so simple is navigating the waters after your car has already been damaged by an unfortunate hail storm. Allow us to answer your hail damage questions as best we can. What is hail? Ice, in the shape of a rock, that falls magically from…
Nothing can put a damper on a summer road trip faster than a breakdown! Who wants to spend their vacation in a service station lounge while a greasy-handed mechanic makes potentially costly repairs? Nobody. But what causes most car breakdowns to occur, anyway? And can a little foresight prevent them? Well, there are no guarantees,…
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,…
