Signs You Might Have An Engine Problem

Posted on 23 January 2015

An engine is the most important part of an automobile. Without a proper working engine the car cannot operate or function properly. Here is a list of signs that you may have an engine problem and need to have your car checked by a professional mechanic. Check Oil Or Low Oil Light Comes On Whenever the check oil light comes on you should immediately pull over to the side of the road and check the engine oil. [Read More]

Why To Let The Professionals Handle Your Auto Body Repairs

Posted on 20 January 2015

Sure, you might find yourself thinking that if you did auto repairs on your own, you could save a substantial amount of money. However, in the end, that just might not be the case. You will find that there are in fact many benefits that come from allowing professionals to handle all of your auto body repairs. Take a moment to check out the following benefits that would come from allowing a professional to work on the body of your vehicle. [Read More]

Interpreting What Your Car Is Saying

Posted on 16 January 2015

If you've ridden in a new car lately, you probably noticed that the car makes almost no sound at all. When new, all of the parts fit snug together making for a quiet ride. As a car ages, things loosen up and it starts making noise. Learn the language of your car and you'll be able to tell a lot about what is wrong and what may need attention (at a company like Oak Hollow Tire Car Care Center Inc) soon. [Read More]

4 Reasons To Never Drive A Car With A Flat Tire

Posted on 13 January 2015

If your car has a flat tire, it can be tempting to try to drive it to a service station to have the tire patched or replaced. But even if the service station is only a short distance, this can still be dangerous. It's never recommended that you drive with a flat tire but, instead, call to have your car towed or have the tow truck driver put your spare tire on for you. [Read More]

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Shop Smart for Your New Car

When I bought my first car, I let the salesperson at the used car dealership talk me into a car because it was clean and good-looking, and it had most of the features that I wanted. It drove great on the test drive. But it started giving me problems almost as soon as I signed the contract. I didn’t have it checked out by a mechanic or check the vehicle history report – I didn’t even know that I could. I spend a lot of money just keeping that old lemon running while trying to save for a better car, and I was determined not to let the same thing happen again. I made it a point to learn everything I could about shopping for, and evaluating, a used car. I started this blog to share my knowledge with others, because no one should get stuck with a lemon!

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