You may own a vehicle that you only drive occasionally. Maybe it is a summer day cruiser, an off-roader, or vacation hauler. Here are some things you need to know about a vehicle that does...
The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for Birmingham and our environment here in Alabama. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the b...
You may have wondered where the warm air in your passenger compartment comes from. Well, as your engine starts to warm up, it also warms the coolant/antifreeze that circulates around the engine and th...
People need to be concerned about wheel alignment for two primary reasons: safety and money. When your wheels are out of alignment, they can pull to one side. A moment of inattention could put y...
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Question:I need new tires. How do I know which tires to get?Car Care Inc. Answer:Let's look at selecting new tires in light of three factors: Function,...
Let’s talk transmissions. Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time. But like any other machine, they’ll eventually wear out and ne...
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My car has a bad odor when I run the heater or air conditioner. My friend said I might need a new cabin air filter – what’s that?
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A cabin air filter is a special f...
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Question:What is a severe service maintenance schedule?Car Care Inc. Answer:When I was a kid in Birmingham, Sunday meant having a bath, getting dressed for church and then hanging...