Power Steering Fluid: What It Does and When to Check It
There are some things in a vehicle that people don’t pay much attention to until there’s something wrong with them. One day, the wheel seems smooth and responsive, while the other day it was hard, noisy, or erratic when you attempt to maneuver around in a parking lot. There could be multiple reasons behind that, […]
How to Change a Flat Tire: A Step-by-Step Guide Every Driver Should Know
Having a flat tire is always very inconvenient, it could happen just before work, on a road trip during a holiday, or while delivering goods that are time-sensitive. Changing the tire in case of a flat one is not an extremely difficult process, and with the help of some training and having bought everything needed […]
Car Maintenance Checklist: Stay Ahead of Repairs and Save Money
If you own a car or a truck long enough, it becomes clear that most costly repairs don’t simply happen out of nowhere. There are signs and symptoms that appear due to constant use in various conditions that eventually turn into problems that are hard and costly to fix. Our workshop offers preventative maintenance services […]
Synthetic Oil Change: How It Improves Engine Performance and Longevity
For any person who owns a car or truck and has intentions to use it in the long term, selecting the right oil may be more crucial than he or she thinks. Our team at Maclane’s Automotive deals with numerous car owners on a daily basis who are looking for ways to improve engine performance, […]
Why Are Gas Prices So High Across the United States?
If you own a car or truck and regularly have to refuel it, chances are that you have already wondered why it still costs this much. While seemingly arbitrary, gas prices are actually driven by a number of factors, most of which occur simultaneously. This is why small changes in one area can lead to […]
Top Signs Of A Bad Compressor In My Car That Needs Repair or Replacement
Car air conditioning usually gives us a little warning before it quits completely. The tricky part is that those warnings do not always feel like “A/C problems” at first. Sometimes it starts as a weird noise, sometimes the cabin air just is not as cold as it used to be, and sometimes the system acts […]
How Many Miles For A Tire Rotation? The Answer That Helps Save Your Tires
Tire rotations sound like one of those “nice to do” services that people put off until something feels off. A little vibration on the highway. A steering wheel that pulls. And immediately, after inspecting the tread of the tire, we’ll see one is more worn out compared to the others. However, this discovery comes much […]
Car Battery Charger vs Replacement: When Each One Makes Sense
Most battery problems start with a slow decline. One morning it cranks a little slower. A week later, the headlights look a bit dim at idle. Then you get the dreaded click, or the dash lights up like a Christmas tree. In such instances, the most obvious and important question is whether you should get […]
Car Transmission Repair: What Shops Check Before Replacing Everything
When your car or truck starts slipping gears, shuddering on acceleration, or leaving a mystery puddle in the driveway, it is easy to jump to the scary conclusion: “My transmission is done.” This fear has been voiced countless times in our shop, and we understand it. Transmission replacement is among the largest repair jobs a […]
Brake Line Repair Isn’t Optional; Here’s What Happens If You Wait
At Maclane’s Automotive, we’ve had many situations when an accident was avoided thanks to just a few inches of difference. Most often, it was because of a minor leak, soft pedal, or brake light on the dashboard that the owner was planning to fix “next week.” In the case of driving a car, truck, or […]