Find out how to check your engine oil levels and how frequently. Engine oil is used to lubricate moving components of an automotive engine while it is running. […]
Back to School: You’re Ready, but is Your Car?
It’s already the end of August and you’re ready to head back to campus. However, one thing you may have forgotten to ask yourself is: is my car […]
How to Winterize Your Car – Openbay
Those living in seasonal climes know that the days of perfectly crisp air and turning autumn leaves will soon come to a swift end, only to be replaced […]
Oct 21, 2017 – National Check Your Transmission Day
Cottman Transmission and Total Auto Care is naming October 21st National Check Your Transmission Day. And they’ll perform a TransCheck 21 Plus Inspection to provide consumers with a […]
What Do Spark Plugs Do? Functionality, Replacement Needs, And More
What Do Spark Plugs Do? Spark plugs are the piece that provides the spark to ignite the air/fuel mixture that keeps your engine running. They allow your car […]
Drum Brakes vs. Disc Brakes – What You Need to Know
How to Tell if You Have Pads and Rotors or Shoes and Drums Vehicles on the road today can have two different types of braking systems, known as […]
What Does a Muffler Do? Explanation of the Function, Maintenance, and Repair
Your exhaust system, and namely the muffler, are crucial to your vehicle’s performance. Therefore, it’s important to have some understanding of the muffler’s basic function. Otherwise, you’re at a higher risk for muffler damage, […]
5 Signs You Need a Brake Job
Have you ever approached a stop light and wondered why your foot’s traveling farther down toward the floor as you braked? Looks like you need a brake job. […]
Did You Know: The Fastest Way to Get an Auto Repair Estimate
Needing car repair can be a pain. In addition to the cost, and your vehicle’s downtime, you’re unsure what you should be paying for the service. Good news: you can […]