371 W. Patrick St. | Frederick, MD 21701

371 W. Patrick St. | Frederick, MD 21701

How Often Do My Tires Need to Be Realigned?

How Often Do My Tires Need to Be Realigned

Tire alignment, also known as wheel alignment, is an essential aspect of vehicle maintenance that ensures your vehicle’s wheels are correctly aligned with each other and the road. Proper alignment not only extends the lifespan of your tires but also improves handling and fuel efficiency while enhancing overall safety. But how often do your tires […]

What Effect Does Poor Alignment Have on My Car?

Ken's automotive and transmissions vehicle alignment services

Your car’s alignment is a crucial aspect of its overall health and performance. When a car’s alignment is off, the wheels are not angled and positioned properly in relation to each other and the road surface. It impacts how your vehicle drives, handles and responds to your inputs. Poor alignment can lead to various issues […]

What are Shocks?

what are shocks and what do they do

What are Shocks and What Do They Do? Shocks make your car drive smoother. Shocks, also know as shock absorbers, are an absolutely vital aspect of your vehicle’s continued functionality. Their sole job is to absorb the bumps and imperfections of the road so that your vehicle doesn’t rattle apart going down the road. Sure, […]

6 Ways to Tell if It’s Time to Replace Shocks and Struts

Ken's automotive and transmissions strut

Do you need to replace shocks and struts on your vehicle? How can you tell? Your car’s shock absorbers are designed to limit the amount of suspension movement by dampening spring oscillations. Struts similarly reinforce the the active components of the suspension to the same end, which means that struts and shocks are what keep […]