371 W. Patrick St. | Frederick, MD 21701

371 W. Patrick St. | Frederick, MD 21701

When Should I Change the Brakes on My Vehicle?

When Should I Change the Brakes on My Vehicle

Properly functioning brakes are crucial for your safety and the safety of others on the road. Knowing when to change your vehicle’s brakes is essential to maintain optimal stopping power and prevent brake-related issues. Here are some signs and indicators that suggest it’s time to change your vehicle’s brakes. Squeaking or Squealing Noise One of […]

What Is a Maryland State Inspection and Why Is It Needed?

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A Maryland state inspection is a mandatory safety and emissions inspection that all registered vehicles in the state of Maryland must undergo. The purpose of the inspection is to ensure that all vehicles on the road are safe and meet the state’s minimum safety standards. Keep reading to learn more about the Maryland state inspection. […]

5 Maintenance Tips for Longer Car Life

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Keeping up with car maintenance probably  isn’t the most exciting thing on your to-do list, but cars are expensive. Keeping up with car maintenance is how you protect your investment and prevent costly repairs. Take a look at these five maintenance tips that can make your car last longer. 1. Change the Oil  Skipping oil […]

Is Your Car Burning Oil? How to Know and What to Do

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Burning oil is a common problem that almost all automobiles face, even new ones. However, if you ignore it, it can cause expensive and irreplaceable damage to your car over time. The average vehicle has somewhere between five and eight quarts of oil at all times, and every quart is crucial for lubricating important parts […]

When Do I Need a Maryland State Inspection for My Vehicle?

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Before registering your vehicle in Maryland, it’s important to have it thoroughly inspected. If your vehicle fails Maryland’s safety inspection, which is rare, you have 30 days from the inspection date and up to 1,000 miles to repair the vehicle and have it re-inspected. If you wait over a month or put more than 1000 […]

5 Auto Maintenance Updates to Keep You Safer

Ken's automotive and transmissions maintenance to keep your car safe

Whether you have a new car or an old beater, owning a vehicle comes with a lot of responsibilities. You’re responsible for keeping it in working and safe condition. If you neglect maintenance, not only can it affect the reliability of your vehicle, but it can also make your vehicle unsafe to drive. To prevent […]

What is a Cabin Filter and Why Should it be Replaced?

What is a Cabin Filter and Why Should it be Replaced?

Mysterious Cabin Filters Explained Today, most of the auto industry’s later model vehicles have an added part called a cabin filter. Though its name pretty much explains its function — its a filter that is typically placed in the cabin of your vehicle — a cabin filter is a bit more involved than that. Many […]