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Five Surprising Things Your Car Does in the Summer

Five Surprising Things Your Car Does in the Summer

Ever wonder how rising summer temperatures may be impacting your vehicle's performance? Here are five eye-opening things you may find your car doing in the summer and why: 1. Vehicle Dripping Water / Liquid. Many people are alarmed to see pools of water when parked or dripping ... read more

Why Your Air Conditioning is Blowing Hot Air

Why Your Air Conditioning is Blowing Hot Air

Keeping your car cool in the hot months is important for traffic in the DMV! Below are six possible reasons why your car's AC is blowing hot air! 1. Malfunctioning Electrical System Your vehicle's AC is electrically powered, so a malfunction in this system can cause it to blow hot air. If a ... read more

Spring Reset

Spring Reset

Spring cleaning should include your vehicles! Here is our checklist to make sure you and your vehicle are able to safely enjoy the sunshine and open road. 1. A Good Washing. After months of cold and winter elements, this is a good start to clear off any corrosive road salts, m ... read more

Car Maintenance Checklist

Car Maintenance Checklist

Caring for your vehicle can help to improve its performance and longevity. A car maintenance checklist can make vehicle ownership simple- saving you time and money in the future. Regular maintenance can help to identify and address any small or underlying issues before they get more severe and more ... read more

How to Sanitize your Vehicle

How to Sanitize your Vehicle

Let us help you refresh the safest mode of transportation you have! Our vehicle evaporator service, when done every year, kills germs inside your AC system and creates a healthy environment for you and your family while traveling in your vehicle.  This service features our line of top-quality ... read more

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Preventative Maintenance / BG Cooling System Service

Preventative Maintenance / BG Cooling System Service

Your cooling system consists of more than just the radiator! The water pump circulates coolant to the engine and heater core then returns it to be cooled. Temperature extremes compromise the entire system with rust, corrosion and sc ... read more

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Carbon Junk

Carbon Junk

Q: What is Carbon Buildup? Carbon buildup is mostly a problem with today’s newer “direct injection” vehicles. Think of your engine like a fireplace. When a fireplace burns fuel, it releases fumes – waste byproducts of smoke and carbon. In a fireplace these ... read more

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Winter Maintenance Tips

Winter Maintenance Tips

Kick the tires: Have your tires rotated and inspected. The last thing you need in cold, wet weather is to be driving on bald tires or tires with low air pressure. You’ll need all the traction that is possible and both of these issues will significantly impair your tire&rsquo ... read more

Vehicle AC Fun Facts

Vehicle AC Fun Facts

Test your IQ and see how many facts you already know: The refrigerant for your car is made specifically for vehicles. It can’t be used in other air conditioner systems. The EPA has banned the use of Freon, a brand for a popular refrigerant, because it’s bad for the ozo ... read more