Understanding Winter Range Loss in Electric Vehicles: Tips for EV Owners
When electric vehicles (EVs) reach a level of popularity like the one they have today, it becomes necessary for car owners to more personally investigate how they can perform for them. This is especially true for how they perform under different weather conditions as winter ramps up. EV owners face their biggest challenges during the […]
Why Does My Car Take Longer to Start in Cold Weather?
After waking up on a cold morning, you go outside and get in your car. You put the key in the ignition, but instead of the engine starting up right away with a loud roar, it cranks slowly before eventually starting, or even worse, it does not start at all! If this has been your […]
Stay Ahead of Cold Weather Transmission Problems
The cold weather season is always the period of time when most car owners will definitely notice a change in the their vehicle’s performance. One of the most common problems that shows up in the winter months is transmission failure. By understanding how winter affects your transmission and taking preventive measures, you can not only […]
Is Your AC Blowing Warm Air? Signs of Low Refrigerant and What to Do
When the heat goes up, a properly working air conditioning unit in your car becomes a must for both comfort and safety. A situation that is quite common for a lot of car owners is that their AC vents, even with the system being on, put out warm air! This issue usually points to the […]
Revitalize Your Ride: Mastering the DIY Oil Change for Your Car
If you are the kind of person who loves cars and likes to dabble in DIY fixes, or perhaps works hard at repairs that keep your car in tip-top shape, then you’re probably familiar with at-home oil changes. And if the maintenance light, which looks like a tiny wrench, has been lit for quite a […]
Will My Cracked Windshield Pass a Pennsylvania Inspection?
Did you know, one of the most universally experienced problems by car owners is having their windshields cracked? It can be caused by many things, including but not limited to potholes, falling trees, and rocks! Despite the potential for this to be a very annoying problem, it is much more a serious safety and legal […]
The Squeal That Wasn’t: A Real-Life Example of Why Your Car’s Strange Noises Need Immediate Attention
When a customer reports to us that their car is making a “crazy screeching sound” in the mornings during cold starts, it can be easy to think right away of a belt issue. Besides the fact that belts can sometimes make similar sounds when they wear out, these situations can be more complicated than that. […]
Winter Car Readiness: Essential Preventative Maintenance Tips for Older Vehicles
It is not a good idea to face the driving challenges that winter brings if you haven’t made sure your vehicle is well-prepared beforehand. The winter season brings with it many risks, especially with a large number of older cars on the road, which can lead to an increase in breakdowns during winter months. Preventive […]
Winter Driving: Understanding Your Electric Vehicle’s Range
You may have no doubts that winter driving is tough on any car, but cold weather has a separate set of problems for electric vehicle (EV) owners! Knowing the impact of winter temperatures on your EV’s range can be a big help in keeping your driving experience safe and hassle-free. Our automobile experts here at […]
Essential Preventative Maintenance for the New Year: Keep Your Car Running Smoothly
The name “preventative maintenance” speaks for itself; it helps keep your car from requiring more advanced and pricey types of maintenance in the future by fixing small problems early on. You should bring your vehicle to a garage if you notice any shaking, odd smells, smoke, or weird sounds coming from your engine, brakes, or […]