What Does it Mean to Resurface Brake Rotors?
Brake rotors don’t last forever. They wear down a little bit every time the brake pedal is applied. However, the rate at which your brake rotors wear out depends on a variety of factors like quality of materials, driving styles, and exposure to moisture and road salt. Once your brake rotors are worn down, you […]
What Does the Anti Braking System Do for My Car?
Your car’s anti-lock brake system, otherwise known as ABS, is designed to ensure drivers retain control of the vehicle when they brake hard. It’s there to help restore traction to your tires so that you avoid an accident. But, how exactly does your ABS work? Keep reading to find out. What is ABS? ABS is […]
What Does it Mean to Have a ‘Fluid Flush’ on my Car?
There are a variety of different maintenance checks that your vehicle requires throughout its life in order to avoid major issues and prevent premature breakdown. One of those is commonly referred to as a ‘fluid flush‘. Let’s take a look at what this auto service does for your vehicle, and why you should schedule one […]
Why Does my Car Rock Back and Forth When Stopping?
Have you recently been experiencing a rocking or shuddering motion when slowing and stopping your vehicle? This wobbling can most often be attributed to your brake system. Let’s take a closer look at the importance of your car’s brakes and what to do when you suspect an issue. Understanding the Braking System If you’ve been […]
Helping Beat Breast Cancer With Brakes for Breasts
Every year there are nearly 290,000 new cases of breast cancer reported, and that number is just way too high. Cancer, and illnesses in general, is a fact of life, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t anything we can do about it. Here at Ken’s Automotive & Transmissions, we will be doing our part to […]
Why is a Brake Flush Important?
Most people have difficulty completely grasping a problem if they can’t see it, or if its effects won’t be felt for some time. It’s just human nature, we’ve evolved to take care of our immediate problems and deal with everything else later, but a little bit of foresight can do a lot of good. Some […]
What is That Squeaking Noise When I Apply My Brakes?
Sometimes there’s no worse sound than a squeaking brake; it really sounds like fingernails being pulled down a chalkboard. Not only is it a piercing sound, but it’s also an alarming one. Something must be wrong if your brakes are making those kinds of sounds, right? A squeaking brake could mean a lot of things, […]
How Do I Keep My Car in Safe Driving Condition?
A car is essentially just a tool, and like any other tool, it needs to be maintained. Modern vehicles have so many moving parts and each one needs to be maintained. Failure to properly maintain your car could prove to be disastrous, and that’s why it’s so important to perform regular maintenance. Here are just […]
What Does Your Car Need to Survive April Showers?
You know what they say, April Showers bring May Flowers. Before we can get to the lovely florals, we need to get through the rain. There are a few things that your vehicle needs to ensure that you get through the wet days safe and sound. Let’s take a look. How Are Your Windshield Wipers […]
Why Does My Car Vibrate When I Brake?
Cars require effective braking mechanisms to operate safely on the road. Have you noticed that your car vibrates when you apply the brakes? This may be indicative of a serious problem. Let’s take a look at what’s causing that vibration and what you should do next. Let’s Talk About Brakes Before we talk about what’s […]
