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While proactive vehicle maintenance is always a plus, there are few components where this is more true than with your muffler. Waiting too long to get your muffler serviced will mean costly repair bills, and often a small problem will easily turn into a much larger one. However, few drivers actively ignore a muffler issue. More likely, it's just hard to tell that something is wrong under your car. To ensure you know exactly when you should come in to your nearest auto repair shop, here are three of the biggest warning signs of a muffler problem: 1. Lou ... read more

There are many reasons why drivers want to avoid collisions or accidents. Expensive auto repair, drawn-out interactions with police and insurance agents, and potential time spent without a car are all near the top of the list. However, there's one consequence of these events that could have a long-term impact on drivers: insurance rate increases. Insurance companies are in the dark A recent report from InsuranceQuotes.com detailed how insurance providers deal with traffic tickets. According to the data, just 19 percent of U.S. drivers who have ... read more

In recognition of National Preparedness Month in September, the non-profit Car Care Council reminds motorists of the importance of the three Ps of auto care to make sure their vehicle is ready for the unexpected. 1. Preventative - Reduce the chance of unplanned, costly car trouble by following a vehicle service schedule and performing routine maintenance. The Car Care Council’s free personalized schedule and email reminder service is a simple way t ... read more

Unless you're a mechanic, you might not know the first thing about changing your fluids. However, not realizing when it's time to change the oil, brake fluid and other essentials could not only make your journey uncomfortable, but it could cause it to come to a screeching halt. Don't let this happen to you! Here are the top five fluids you should keep on your radar. 1. Oil An oil change depends on the make and model of the car as well as the type of terrain that you typically drive on. In the past, many people believed that e ... read more

True or false: Until your vehicle is out-of-warranty, it must be serviced by the new car dealer or the factory warranty will be void. Although you may have answered “true,” the correct answer is “false.” It’s the law that independent repair shops can provide the services to maintain your new car warranty. Consumers are protected by the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which prohibits a manufacturer from voiding the vehicle warranty because service was done by a non-dealer. According ... read more