371 W. Patrick St. | Frederick, MD 21701

371 W. Patrick St. | Frederick, MD 21701

Are Manufacturer’s Maintenance Recommendations Reliable?

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Plenty of car drivers take the “if it’s not broke, don’t fix it” approach to car maintenance. However, what those drivers don’t know is that following their car’s manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule can help prevent damage and keep their car running on the road longer. If you are one of those drivers who question the […]

Small Repairs that Can Become Big Repair Expenses if Ignored

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Minor car damage may seem like an easy fix, and often, it is. However, minor car damage often leads to major car damage that costs more to repair. Don’t delay having your car repaired. If your car has any of these minor damages, bring it to a Maryland auto repair shop soon to ensure that […]

Why to Take the Check Engine Light Seriously

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Whenever the check engine light comes on, drivers have come to expect an expensive repair. Since they expect an expensive repair, they tend to ignore the light until they can’t ignore it anymore. Even if your vehicle is driving like normal, you still shouldn’t ignore your check engine light. Here’s why: Possibly a Minor Issue […]

What are the Symptoms of Bad Wheel Bearings?

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A wheel bearing is a crucial part of the wheel assembly that connects the wheel and the axle. It is a set of steel balls or tapers that are held together by a metal ring, called a “race”. These wheel bearings are prone to abuse, and your vehicle cannot properly function without these wheel bearings. […]

How to Check Your Battery

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Have you ever hopped in the car and turned the ignition just to find that it won’t start? Whether you were just planning to go on a joy ride or you had a seriously important obligation, chances are your dead battery messed up your plans. Luckily, there are a few ways to check your battery […]

How Do I Keep My Car in Safe Driving Condition?

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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 […]

How Important is Air Pressure in My Tires When Traveling?

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How often do you actually check the air pressure in your tires to make sure they are inflated properly? Some newer vehicles allow you to see the pressure level of each tire on the electronic dashboard or monitor, but we know it can seem like a time-consuming task to manually check each tire with a […]

Do You Need Headlight Restoration?

Do You Need Headlight Restoration

As the days grow shorter once again, it’s time to say goodbye to summer. That means it’s going to start getting darker, earlier. Have you noticed you’re having some trouble seeing well enough to drive at night? Your headlights are definitely on, but do they seem to be dimmer than you remember them? It might […]

Back to School Car Maintenance Checklist

Back to School Frederick, MD Car Maintenance Checklist

School is right around the corner and that means morning drop-offs and running to soccer practice are about to become the norm once more. While you think about school supplies and picking up new uniforms, you should give a thought to the health of your car. Let’s take a look at some back to school […]

Ultimate Vehicle Road Trip Checklist

Ultimate Vehicle Road Trip Checklist

Before you hop in your car and head out on your next road trip, there are a few things you should have checked. After all, you wouldn’t want your awesome adventure to be cut short by a blown tire or a dead car battery. Take a look at our ultimate road trip checklist for your […]