Today’s Engines and Proper Oil Changes

Engines today are more powerful and efficient than ever.  Their complexity is being driven by decreased emission output and increasing fuel economy standards. As a result new technologies had to be developed and implemented to meet these stringent standards. With … Continue reading →

Today's Automotive Braking Systems

The braking system in today’s automobile like many other systems that I have written recently about have advanced tenfold. System basics have not changed much as we are still using hydraulically operated calipers and wheel cylinders to either squeeze brake … Continue reading →

October is National Car Care Month

Twice a year, October and April are slated by the Car Care Council as National Car Care Months. So what does that mean to the automobile owner/consumer? I believe it should help remind automobile owners to be mindful of their … Continue reading →

Today’s Transmisssion and Fluid Service

As automotive technology continues evolve, the automatic transmission has undergone many changes and continues to adapt to the ever-changing automotive market. Years ago the first transmissions were 2 speed units and worked amazingly well. Today they have evolved into electronically … Continue reading →

Before You Purchase a Used Car

Summer is drawing to a close and your kids are heading back to school and maybe even  off to college. You begin to think about schedules and trying to figure out how be in two places at the same time. … Continue reading →