Posted on 7/20/2020
Every year, all across the U.S., more than 13-million automatic transmissions fail! YIKES!! Talk about scary! Nearly nine out of ten transmission failures are due to overheating and fluid contamination, according to the Automatic Transmission Rebuilds Association. The primary cause of transmission failure is oxidized ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid). Oxidation causes the fluid to break down and lose its protective qualities. Heat is the major cause of ATF oxidation. With today’s smaller, faster-running engines and increased stop-and-go driving, ATF is exposed to higher temperatures. That causes the ATF to breakdown faster. The transmission is the heart of the engine and provides a consistent power source to the rest of the vehicle. It is made of 800 different parts and requires an expert to identify any issues and fix them. There are a lot of small particles like metal shavings that get caught up or build up in the transmission fluid and as this passes th ... read more
Posted on 7/7/2020
No one wants to ride in a car that looks like this!! AHHH! Cars are multipurpose investments these days, they aren’t just for travel! They also serve as offices, living rooms and even dining room tables for those on the go. Add children or pets to that mix and you have a recipe for some funky smells! Here are some tips for how to keep your car clean and to deodorize your car: Keep a Trash Bag or Mini Can Most bad smells in a car are food related. You can prevent these odors by simply keeping a shopping bag to put your trash in or purchasing a mini can to keep trash in. They sell lots of varieties online. We’ve even seen some crafty customers use a plastic cereal saver bin fashioned into a to-go trash bin! Just make sure that you clean it out every time you stop-be it for gas or when you get to your destination. This is especially important during the summer months when heat and stinky food can do a number on your vehicle and nose! Be aware of what y ... read more