Auto Repair and Auto Care Tips
Is your car ready for the rain?
It’s a good time to take a few minutes to inspect your car when the rain arrives. Not surprising to many in Southern California is the number of accidents on our freeways and streets spikes significantly when it rains. Most accidents could have been avoided by leaving a little extra stopping...
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Know Your Vehicle Sounds
Help Troubleshoot Your Vehicle With This Vehicle Sounds Chart
As you drive your vehicle be aware of its operating characteristics and normal sounds from the engine, transmission, driveline, exhaust system and tires. Excessively loud or abnormal sounds fall into the category...
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Does your car smell like pancake syrup?
If you smell pancake syrup, you might have a problem.
Over the years we’ve had customers mention that their car smells like pancake syrup. Unfortunately, that might be a problem.
If your car smells sweet like pancake syrup, it is probably due to your antifreeze coolant that circulates in your...
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The Fires and Your Cabin Air Filter
Southern California Wildfires create ashes and debris that clog your car's Cabin Air Filter.
The wildfires we experience here in Southern California create smoke and ashes that can affect your health. We have certainly seen our share of ashes in Simi Valley over the years.
When your Air Conditioner...
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Wheel Alignments
Problems caused by your car being out of alignment
When you continue to drive your car or truck when it is out of alignment, you can cause many problems for yourself. Some problems can be expensive too.
Uneven tire wear leads to premature tire replacement and a car that is less safe. When all four...
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Tire pressure is #1 gas waster
Tire pressure is #1 gas waster
Did you know that the #1 factor that can decrease your gas mileage is your tire pressure. Yes, it’s true.
Here’s how to think of it. Have you ever rode your bicycle with low tires? You had to work harder right. When you inflated the tires, it became easier...
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Gas Saving Tips
Gas Saving Tips
Getting better gas mileage with today’s high prices has become an important topic. Not only for our personal finances, but also for the environment. Here are some helpful tips that will to maximize your mileage.
Fuel-Saving Maintenance Tips
Keep your...
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