2016

  • Getting Your Car Repaired After an Accident: What to Expect from Your Insurance Company

    Having your vehicle repaired after an accident can be expensive, but this is where your insurance company comes in. Dealing with your insurance company after an accident doesn't have to be complicated, and your vehicle should be repaired by a mechanic (and will quickly be back on the road) without too much fuss. So what can you expect? Can You Choose Your Own Mechanic? It's wise to contact your insurance company immediately after your vehicle has been damaged. [Read More]

  • How to Choose Between Fabric and Leather Covers for Your Car Seats

    Purchasing new car seat covers can improve the interior appearance of your car while protecting the original fabric of the seats from wear. The material you choose for your new car seat covers will determine their durability, functionality, and appearance in the long run. For this reason, it is important to compare the materials before making the choice. The two common materials used in making car seat covers are fabric and leather. [Read More]

  • Car maintenance 101 | Keeping your battery alive during winter

    When it's winter time, nothing comes quite close to the disappointment felt when your vehicle fails to start. More often than not, the fault is a dead battery. The reason is pretty simple; the cold temperatures experienced are hard on your car batteries. The power output and recharge capabilities of the battery drop considerably in low temperatures. Furthermore, the load exerted is much higher since starting your car engine when it's cold requires a lot of power. [Read More]

  • Some Commonly Asked Questions About a Car's Gearbox Repairs

    A car's gearbox and entire transmission system is very important, as of course you can't drive your car if you can't switch gears or if the car constantly slides from one gear to another. Ignoring needed repairs can mean allowing a problem to get worse so that the transmission may simply burn up completely and need complete replacing, whereas addressing these problems early on can mean more affordable repairs overall. Note some commonly asked questions about a car's gearbox repairs so you know what to discuss with your mechanic and what to expect with those repairs. [Read More]

  • 4 Risks of Driving Your Truck with an Uneven Load

    Many trucks are used as working vehicles, and even those that aren't are commonly called upon to fetch and carry larger items at least a few times each year. Most drivers know not to overload their truck and will take pains not to, but not many of them understand the problems that can come along with loading the bed unevenly. This simply means that you'll have more weight on one side of the bed than the other. [Read More]

  • Three Main Types of 4WD Lifting

    While straight from the factory, a normal 4WD car will have enough clearance for regular driving in normal roads. But when you're driving on steep or rocky terrain you may begin to feel the need to raise your car and give it ample clearance below. This is where 4WD lift kits come into play. Lift kits enable you to raise your car several considerable inches above ground to enable easier driving under several conditions such as deep ruts, rough terrain, or even steep slopes. [Read More]

  • 3 Sure Signs Your Car's Radiator Needs Repair Service

    The radiator plays a central role in ensuring that your car is cooling properly. It is, however, not always easy to detect radiator damage because it takes many different forms. Armed with a little knowledge about signs indicating radiator trouble, you stand a better chance of knowing when your car is facing radiator problems and needs repair service. Here are 3 sure signs indicating your radiator requires attention. Presence of leaks [Read More]