Blog

Given the many chemical processes that happen in your vehicle while it's running in Shell Rock, I, you're bound to notice a few odors from time to time. When those odors become consistent, though, and their smell takes a turn for the worst, it usually indicates some type of problem. In some cases, your vehicle's exhaust system can be responsible for the foul odors that you smell. Keep reading to learn why this occurs.

The winter season is often the time we travel to see family and friends. However, this is also the time of year when there is excessive snow and rain, depending on where you live and where you're traveling. These are just some of the reasons that you should invest in winter windshield wiper blades.

Wiper blades that are ideal for winter are made from a softer grade of rubber. this means that the rubber won't freeze quickly, and the wipers will be more effective in removing snow and ice from your windshield right away. This increases the chances…

One of the most crucial parts of any car is its brakes. A vehicle's brakes are responsible for bringing a vehicle to a safe stop and doing so reliably. This helps to ensure the safety of other vehicles on the road as well as your own. However, like any mechanical component, the brakes are subject to wear and damage over time and require occasional inspections and repairs in order to keep them working reliably.

Letting your brake pads wear down can damage your rotors beyond repair. How low can you go? https://t.co/VATAIyiA1e pic.twitter.com/eRA7Fa1yit…

Having the oil changed in your car is one of the most common -- and most important --maintenance tasks. Changing your oil regularly will help your car run better, as well as help to make it last longer. To know when to have your oil changed, it is best to follow your vehicle's specific recommendations.

For the longest time, the standard advice was to have your oil changed every three months or 3,000 miles, whichever came first. You certainly won't hurt your car by following this schedule, but you may spend more money than you need to. Many…

Taking an ultimate road trip requires a little thinking. You don't just happen in to the best road trips. A spontaneous trip can be fun but can it possibly measure up to a fully planned adventure? Ultimate road tripping is the way to go these days. It does take preparation.

You need to make sure your vehicle is ready for the task at hand. You want to pack everything you need. You'll need extra food, clothes, tents, hiking gear and equipment if you're doing the hiking thing. You can pack meals, water and a basket for an…

Your car battery is an essential part of keeping your engine running. Without the battery any vehicle is basically unusable. The car battery’s role is to provide a power source to all electrical components. The primary role is with providing a power source for starting your car.

Your battery should receive maintenance just like every other mechanical part of your car. It needs to be routinely cleaned and tested. A battery can sometimes give you certain indicators that it’s going bad. If you notice that your car is slow to start, or the lights start to dim when…

Tire rotation is not normally on the to-do list, but it should be, and near the top. Tires will wear down as long as you are driving around on them. You can't avoid that or put a stop to it, but what you can do is make sure that they are wearing evenly by getting them rotated regularly. A good time to do that is when you get your oil changed. That way you can get a couple of things done at the same time. Having well-maintained tires will ensure that you not only prolong the life of your…

So, you think you are an expert when it comes to your car? What about your motor oil? Your oil has a lot of important jobs to do and just because you can't see it at work, doesn't mean it's any less important than say, your four tires. And if you keep your oil clean and in good shape, it can even save you up to a gallon of gas in just one year! And who doesn't like free gas? Checking your oil should be numero uno on your list when it comes to doing your…