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Auto Steering | Inspection Triangle Part 3

This blog series delves into why many auto shops and technicians believe in the Auto Inspection Triangle concept. An Auto Inspection Triangle focuses on three aspects of your vehicle that work together: Stability, Steering, and Stopping. In part 3, Auto Steering, we will discuss how your vehicle’s Power Steering, Steering System, and Suspension System contribute […]

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Tags: Auto Steering, Fluid Leaks, Grinding Noise, Rack and Pinion, Steering Box, Suspension System

Posted in: Diagnosis, Steering System, Suspension

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Auto Stability | Inspection Triangle Part 2

This blog series will explore why many mechanics and auto shops believe in the Auto Inspection Triangle concept. An Auto Inspection Triangle focuses on three areas of your vehicle that work together equally. The legs of the Auto Inspection Triangle are called Stability, Steering, and Stopping. In part 2 of this series, we will discuss […]

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Tags: Auto Inspection Triangle, Auto Stability, New Tire Purchase, Shocks, Suspension, Tread Wear

Posted in: Alignment, Tires

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Auto Inspection Triangle Part 1 | Overview

Many mechanics and auto shops in the automotive repair and service industry believe in the Auto Inspection Triangle concept. This four-part blog series will explore how your vehicle’s brakes, steering, tires, and suspension system tie into the Auto Inspection Triangle. We will discuss the various auto components that contribute to your vehicle’s stability, steering and […]

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Tags: Brakes, Safety, Shocks & Struts, Steering, Tires, Traction

Posted in: Brakes, Diagnosis, Tires

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Surviving A Snowstorm When Trapped in Your Car, Midland MI

Severe weather and snowstorms are becoming more common worldwide. Make sure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle. If you become trapped in your car, do you know how to avoid hypothermia & frostbite? Let’s also talk about safe winter driving techniques & winter auto maintenance and how they can help you survive […]

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Tags: Snow Tools, Winter Auto Maintenance, Winter Driving Tips, Winter Emergency Kit, Winter Safety Hazards

Posted in: Seasonal

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4 Common Fall Auto Repairs, Be Prepared For Winter

The popularity of the Family Road Trip has seen an upswing over the last few years. Spending quality time in nature with your loved ones (including the furry kind) has been good for our souls. Unfortunately, all that driving takes a toll on our vehicles. Studies show there are predictable seasonal vehicle repairs. These 4 […]

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Tags: Fall Auto Repairs, Faulty Distributor Cap, HVAC System, Routine Maintenance, Suspension System

Posted in: Seasonal

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Radiator/Coolant Flush: The Perfect Time is Fall

Fall is the perfect time for a radiator/coolant flush. This transitional time can find you using your car’s defroster in the morning, the A/C during the day, and the heater once night falls. Therefore, you need you ask yourself a few simple questions. Is your heater or defroster working as well as it used to? […]

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Tags: Antifreeze, Car Overheating, Coolant Flush, Leaking Coolant, Radiator Flush

Posted in: Coolant

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Back-to-School Car Safety Tips in Midland, MI

Well, it’s that time of year again. The kids are back in school, and our daily schedules are soon going to fill up with sports events, band practice, dance lessons, PTA meetings, and a myriad of other school-related activities. Chances are, you and your kids are going to be spending a lot more time in […]

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Tags: Back-to-School Car Safety Tips, Car Fluids, Car Maintenance Tips, Coolant, Oil Change, Roadside Emergency Kit

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How Do I Keep My Vehicle’s Tires Cool In Summer?

Hot summer months can be rough on tires because the higher temperatures outside cause the air inside the tires to expand. If that expansion is not monitored frequently and properly adjusted, tire damage or blow-outs can occur, especially when driving at high speeds. Proper tire maintenance includes checking tire pressure, repairing slow leaks, and scheduling […]

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Tags: Slow Leaks, summer tire care tips, Tire Maintenance, Tire Pressure, Tire Pressure Gauge, uneven tread wear

Posted in: Tires

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Summertime Auto Transmission Service and Repair

It is hard to believe that summer is more than half over. So many of us are scheduling last minute summer road trips before autumn sets in. It is a good idea to make sure that your vehicle is safe and ready to tow that trailer, boat, or ATV. Take a minute to schedule an […]

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Tags: Check Engine Light, Slipping Gears, Transmission Bands, Transmission Fluid, Transmission Repair, Transmission services

Posted in: Transmission

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Why My Car Shakes When Using My Brakes

The braking system is one of the most important safety systems in your car. If your car shakes when you apply the brakes, then it is often an indication of a problem. There are numerous reasons why using the brakes causes shaking. It can be something simple like your tires, or involve something more complicated […]