So, most people know that their car has a battery. They know that if the battery is dead then the car will not start. What some people don’t know is how that battery stays charged. Well, the way the battery stays charged is with the charging system in your car. What if that charging system […]
So, you reset your cars ECU. You may have done this intentionally, or you may have done this on an accident. Well, now it has to relearn all the different things it knows. This relearning process takes time just like it takes us, humans, time to learn. How long does it take the ECU to […]
So, you are driving your car and all of a sudden the lights start dimming or flicker. You wonder to yourself, what might be causing that to happen? Well, there is a handful of reason why your car lights might be dimming. In this article, we are going to look at all the common reasons […]
Being a car owner means having a secure form of transportation at your fingertips, anytime you need to go somewhere. But it also means that you have to keep up with maintenance for your vehicle. No matter how well you take care of your car, things will break down from time to time. But doing […]
Most people that drive know that they have to change their brake pads, but not everyone knows that you also have to change the brake rotors every so often. Some people don’t even know what exactly the brake rotors are. Well, today in this article we are going to explain what brake rotors are, what […]
You’re driving down the road and everything seems to be smooth sailing, and then “Oh, no!” Why's my check engine light showed up on your dashboard? There are so many different meanings of different symbols and this error is a new one. So you take your car into an auto shop to have it diagnosed. […]
When looking at batteries for vehicles there are a few important numbers. The main ones are cold cranking amps and reserve power. All car batteries are 12-volt, and most are actually slightly more than this when new. It is important to know all the features of a battery when picking it out. Things such as […]
We often take for granted all of the behind the scenes and under the hood technology that our cars use today. There have been many advancements in automotive technology, and they keep our cars running. One of those advancements is the addition of variable valve timing. This feature is very helpful when it comes to […]
Perhaps the dreaded check engine light has come on. Maybe your car just seems “off” or less responsive. It is possible that your low oil light has come on. Your vehicle may be having an issue with engine sludge. It is crucial that you identify and take steps to correct this before it becomes an […]
Dodge Rams are a dependable truck with loyal fans. However, some drivers notice that there is often a problem with the heat controls. This can be an annoying problem when it is cold out or you need the defroster or a sign of a bigger problem. If you notice you are having trouble with the […]