Automotive Trade

With the advent of increasingly expensive new vehicle technologies, collision repair shops are asking what kind of repairs might be considered good enough. For insurance companies, the question is when a vehicle should be written off because of cost consideration. With the advent of Advanced Vehicle Technologies (AVT), some vehicles that are still roadworthy may…

Picture yourself riding through the desert and suddenly you hear a noise emanating from your car you never heard before. “What the heck is that noise?” you ask yourself over and over, or “Am I hearing it or imagining it?” Then you grapple with whether or not you should continue on to the nearest service…

Need to lift your car to do some repair work? Jacking up your vehicle is something that we all must do at some point in our lives- but as long as you follow the proper steps, it can be very easy! The first step is to make sure that you have the correct equipment at…

Potholes are one of the biggest enemies to every-day drivers. Potholes can easily be one of the biggest threats to the well being of your vehicle, as they can compromise the alignment of your vehicle. While you may work to avoid potholes, you may still find yourself running over large holes in the ground. You…

As the one who drives your car several times every day, you’ll know when something doesn’t feel right. Whether it has to do with delayed gear shifts, the sound of the engine, the way the car drives, or any other oddity, you should plan to have it checked out by a trusted mechanic as soon…

Transmission repair is something that your vehicle might need at some point. You will know when this is needed by numerous signs you may experience with your vehicle. Every vehicle contains this important system in it. This includes vehicles that are automatic and those that have standard transmission systems. If you begin experiencing any of…

I just finished a fairly involved car engine repair for a customer. The sad part of this auto service story is that it was completely avoidable. Here is a brief summary of this particular car repair project. The engine intake manifold had to be removed and replaced along with the gasket. The water pump and…

The most annoying auto repair issues for a car owner are not the dents and part replacements that come with accidents and age, but the minor problems that turn into big repair bills when left unattended. There are basic maintenance measures that can be taken to help avoid major car issues. Below are five preventative…

When you have a broken windshield, the first thing you need to do is find a quality glass company to perform the repair for you. When you have a chip, it will quickly turn into a crack when you drive on bumpy roads. Letting your chip sit for an extended period of time may end…

When you hear that dreaded sound of a rock hitting your windshield, you are startled and then upset. Just because some states have laws where people hauling debris have to cover the debris in their truck does not mean the laws prevent rocks from flying all over the highway. Imagine how many rocks there are…