Ken’s Automotive & Transmissions Blog
Vehicle Repair and Maintenance Tips, Tricks, and Advice
Stay tuned for the most up to date information on vehicle maintenance and repair from your local Frederick, MD auto repair technicians.
How to Improve Your MPG
Whether you’re dealing with rising gas prices or looking for ways to shrink your budget,…
How to Examine Your Belts and Hoses and When to Replace Them?
If you’re like the average driver, as long as your car works you’re happy. But,…
Can Tires Overheat on Hot Roads?
Now that the summer is here, you may be using your car more often for…
How Does the Air Conditioning in My Car Work?
It’s something that we always turn on without a second thought. But, once you start…
What the Summer Heat Can Do to Your Transmission
As temperatures rise, your car has new problems to deal with. Most importantly — the…
What Does Defensive Driving Mean?
Driving safely is about more than being especially careful behind the wheel. The term “defensive…
Time to “Spring” for Car Maintenance
Spring is finally here, and that means it’s time for spring cleaning and spring car…
April is Car Care Month
Did you know that April is National Car Care Month? Why is it celebrated in…
What are the Signs of Bad Shocks on My Car?
Driving with worn-out or damaged shocks can result in more than just an unpleasant rideーthere…
Does it Matter How Shocks are Mounted on the Car?
Your shocks, also known as shock absorbers, are an important aspect of your vehicle. They’re…
What is That Noise My Car Makes When I Turn the Wheel?
Have you had your car for a while and are now experiencing strange car noises…
Why Does My Car Idle Rough?
Have you noticed that your car, truck, or van feels rough and bouncy when the…
Can Winter Salt on the Roads Damage My Car?
Winter conditions aren’t kind to your car. In particular, the salt that’s applied to roads…
Is Cold Weather Harmful to My Car?
Unlike you, your car doesn’t have the luxury of layering clothes to keep itself warm.…
Ready for Holiday Travel?
This year has been unlike any other. We were forced to alter our lives, social…
What is the Difference Between Diagnostics and Labor?
Car repair can be a confusing process. There are parts you may not know, aspects…
Driving Tips to Help you Save Money
It pays to drive safely. These days, all of us are looking for ways to…
Getting Darker Sooner, Can You See? Headlight Restoration
With daylight savings officially ending on November 1, it means that we can expect to…
What Does it Mean to be an ASE Certified Technician?
You’ve probably seen auto repair shops boast about having ASE certified technicians, including Ken’s Automotive…
What Does it Mean to: Turn Your Brake Rotors?
Has your mechanic said that you’re better off “turning” you brake rotors but you don’t…
