Is your car bouncing around the road after you hit a pothole? Does it feel like your car is floating down the road instead of feeling firm and responsive? If you’re noticing excessive movement every time you hit even the smallest bump in the road, your vehicle’s suspension system might be worn out and ready […]
The transmission is one of the most crucial systems in your vehicle, switching between a variety of gear ratios to efficiently use the power produced by the engine. Regular transmission service is vital to ensuring it stays in good shape. If you’ve ever noticed a strange sound when you shift gears or experienced slipping or […]
Power steering is one of those systems in our vehicles that often goes taken for granted and is mostly forgotten while operating properly. That is, until it experiences a failure. The loss of power steering can be one of the most abrupt and worrying sensations while driving, as you lose the hydraulic or electric steering […]
Have you ever driven down the road and felt shaking in the steering wheel as you slow down or come to a stop? This is a very common problem regardless of the type of vehicle that you drive. The causes can range from a minor nuisance to a serious safety concern. Regardless of what is […]
Diesel engines power everything from semi trucks and pickups to commuter cars. Known for excellent fuel efficiency and torque output, diesel engines differ in a few distinct ways from their gasoline counterparts. Besides the most obvious and known differences (i.e different fuel and lack of spark plugs) the exhaust systems on modern diesel engines are […]
Differentials play a large yet mostly forgotten role in our vehicles, allowing each wheel to rotate at its own speed when going over rough terrain or around corners. When taking turns, the outside wheels will need to rotate slightly further than the inside wheels. Think of an Olympic running track, where the inside lanes are […]
Living in an area that sees extreme temperatures gives you a true appreciation for the A/C system in your vehicle. In Las Vegas, it becomes more of a necessity than a nice-to-have in the middle of the summer. So when you turn your A/C dial to ramp up the cold air, it’s a worrying feeling when […]
Like the filters that protect us from contaminants and debris in our household HVAC systems, automotive climate systems have similar filters to ensure the air being introduced to the cabin is clean and odor-free. If you’ve ever been riding in an older vehicle with a lingering musty/moldy odor, there’s a good chance that’s the result […]
Realizing it’s time to take your vehicle in for service is almost never fun. Despite the hassle and upfront cost, staying on top of your preventative maintenance is the best way to protect your vehicle and your wallet in the future. Modern cars consist of various systems all working in unison to provide you with […]
Your engine produces a large amount of heat through constant combustion and friction, and this heat needs to be drawn away from the sensitive components. In modern vehicles, this is accomplished through the use of coolant (AKA antifreeze), a fluid that runs through the engine past various components and conducts the heat away from them. […]