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We think it's important that our customers are informed vehicle owners because it can minimize car repair costs. Often, when you catch a problem before it occurs, it's less expensive to fix. One of the most important parts of your car is its gaskets because they prevent fluids and gases from escaping.

Your car constantly has various fluids and gases circulating through it. It can be dangerous if the substances escape their containers or mix with the wrong substance. Gaskets prevent this from happening. 

The majority of drivers assume the battery in their vehicle is responsible for supplying power to the vehicle. However, this is why the alternator in the car is so vital for the electrical system to work flawlessly. The car battery instantly sends a jolt of power to the starter motor so the engine can crank over. Once the car engine is idling, then the alternator sends juice to things like the power windows, charging stations, and instrument cluster.

The car alternator operates like a typical generator, getting its power from a crank wheel that is spinning at high speed as…

It’s a good idea to carry a set of jumper cables in the trunk of your vehicle for those moments when you or another needs assistance. They require some care to use them safely, but they’re otherwise very straightforward. One of the main concerns is recognizing which cables represent the positive and negative charge. Another precaution is taking care not to let them touch any other metal surface once you’ve started connecting them to the batteries.

The positive cable is either red or has a stripe. The negative cable is black. Begin by connecting the cables to…

Are you seeing smoke when you try to start your car? Maybe your engine just won't turn over. These are indications there could be something wrong with your starter. Here are four signs that your ignition might need some attention.

1. Grinding - A cringe-inducing grinding noise often results from a worn out starter.
2. Smoke - A number of different problems with the starter, including an electrical short, can cause smoking. 

Driving a new vehicle can be a really exciting experience. Sure, you may only be driving to and from work each day, but doing so in a vehicle that you love that keeps you safe is important. What else is important is making sure that you perform routine maintenance on your vehicle and make sure it stays in tip-top shape. That way, you can trust that your vehicle will be reliable. A couple of things you should pay attention to is your overall tire tread as well as your tire pressure. Both of these things contribute to how much you…

The wiper blades on your vehicle do an important job. They help to clear off the glass that allows you to see the road in front of you. It is important for you to switch out to winter wiper blades when the weather is cold.

Winter wiper blades are important because they work well in very cold temperatures. Other wiper blades might free