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Brakes Take a Beating in the Heat - AutoAid
For many, summer vacation is over, but the intense heat will continue to plague us and our cars. More people on the road means more traffic and more time that your vehicle is idle. Brakes take a beating in the heat. Just ask Diana. She walked into the shop last week and was visibly frustrated. […]
It’s Too Hot to Handle - AutoAid
Over the years, I’ve learned that my customers with poor or no air conditioning in their cars are the most unhappy. This has been especially true if they had to drive their car into my shop on a hot day–by the time they get here, they are irritated. Take my customer, Velma. She’s been coming […]
Heat Can Wreak Havoc on Your Car - AutoAid
We’re entering the triple-digit heat season in Southern California, and this is the time of year I begin to hear more from customers. It’s not so much that they want to stay in touch, although they like us, but that their automobile, truck, or van is experiencing problems. Part of the issue is that many […]
3 Tire Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Car Tires in Good Shape - AutoAid
Vehicle tires are not a cheap expense, which is why it is vital to keep them running in tip-top shape year after year and season after season. When your tires are cared for properly, it allows you to handle your vehicle better, increase fuel efficiency, and save money over time. Most importantly, it means increasing […]
4 Reasons Why Your Car Won't Start - AutoAid
When it comes to car troubles, a hard-to-start vehicle is one of the most frustrating problems to deal with. Luckily, you can count on the certified mechanics at AutoAid to diagnose the problem and suggest the necessary repairs. For your car to get started and continue running, it needs a balance of air, fuel, and […]
Is a Tune-Up Necessary for My Car? - AutoAid
With today’s modern engine and new technology, you might think “nobody does tune-ups anymore”. However, that is not the case. A tune-up is a form of maintenance that keeps your vehicle running smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Just like how it is extremely important to follow scheduled maintenance, tune-ups are beneficial in a similar way. When […]
Why Does My Car’s A/C Vents Smell Bad? - AutoAid
When air conditioning systems are well taken care of, they should let out clean or neutral-smelling air from their vents. If the air circulating throughout your car smells foul, it could signal problems with the ventilation system or other surrounding parts. For the safety of yourself and other passengers, please bring your car to AutoAid […]
Hot Weather Can Damage Your Car’s Battery - AutoAid
I frequently remind customers, especially those with teenagers or young adults, to make sure the kids make regularly scheduled checkups for their vehicles, especially during the hotter months. Hot weather can damage your car’s battery. Younger drivers are less likely to pay attention to how the car is functioning and more likely to drive a […]
Is My Hybrid Battery Kaput? - AutoAid
I arrived at the shop the other morning just in time to answer a call from Sally, a long-time AutoAid customer. “Is my hybrid battery kaput?,” she asked. “I don’t know. Tell me what is happening, Sally.” My hybrid battery isn’t working. I’m spending much more in gas. I know the car is 12 years […]
Overheated Engine Could Mean a Kink in the Cooling System - AutoAid
I walked into work a few weeks ago and heard my ASE Certified Mechanic on the phone. “Is it smoking? We’ll send the tow truck to pick you up. An overheated engine could mean a kink in the cooling system. Did you have us check that the last time you came in? Oh, I see. […]