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How to Not Get Overcharged by a Mechanic

My husband took his car into our mechanic this morning to get enough work done to require a loaner car for the day and an estimate well over $1,000. “I’ll tell them not to change the cabin air filter,” he reassured me. “I can do that one myself.” Now if only he could install and align his own tires, change a serpentine belt and perform our state’s emissions test, we could really save some bucks.

Things Your Mechanic Wants You to Stop Doing

You and your mechanic may not be best buddies, but it’s definitely beneficial to establish a good relationship with them.

10 Cars That Can Run For Over 250,000 Miles

While just about any car these days can clock a quarter million miles if an owner throws enough money at it in terms of ongoing repairs and upkeep – some models tend to be more enjoyable to own and hold together better over the long haul than others.<br>To determine which would be the most likely ne

Sharon Springs man dies in Wallace County crash

A western Kansas man has died as a result of a single-car crash in Wallace County on Wednesday afternoon.

Know How to Recognize an Accurate Auto Repair Estimate

Driving a motor vehicle in the United States is a fact of every day life for almost all of us. We depend on our vehicles to get us to work and home, take...

What Kind of Auto Service Do You Need?

With the arrival of the cool Fall days, it is time to give your vehicle a little extra attention with timely auto service. Your car has survived the hot temperatures of summer and now you want to make sure it is safe and reliable for the cold winter days ahead. Schedule an appointment at our auto sh...

Common Auto Service and Maintenance Mistakes and Myths

Maintaining your car is vital to keep it running smoothly. Read these common auto service maintenance tips to learn more about your vehicles needs.

Benefits of a Full-Service Automotive Shop

Chances are, you’ve probably taken a vehicle or two for a quick oil change at a chain auto repair shop in between major services, or used a national chain for brake or other specific repair work. While many of these shops may be reliable and honest, their limited service menus and low pricing may compromise …

How the automotive supply chain crisis is leading to efficiency and investment opportunity

Investing in a phase of heavy contraction would reward investors with a long-term horizon because they would benefit when stocks ‘wildly’ outperform in the recovery stage

Show Your Ride Some Gratitude with Pre-Trip Auto Service

If your car is in need of auto service be sure to take it in prior to the holidays to ensure you don't end up stranded on the side of the road!

Avoid These Mistakes When Setting up Your Automotive Shop

Ask if your CRM uses your detailed parts and labor service history to make recommendations

The Benefits of Brake Repair

Whether the roads are icy or you happen across a pothole repair crew, you’ll want to make sure you can stop in time to keep you and everyone else safe.

How Labeling Car Parts Works in the Automotive Supply Chain

Car part labeling systems are key tools for a car manufacturer's supply chain. They help to save time, reduce costs and improve accuracy.

Building a Common Framework for Reducing Emissions in the Automotive Supply Chain

Tracking GHG emissions is a challenge in the auto industry. But for component suppliers, reporting emissions may be an even bigger issue. These businesses work with a multitude of OEMs, each one asking for Scope 3 GHG emissions data.

Will Proper Auto Maintenance at Carlsbad Auto Service Really Save Gas?

Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes... (Read more)

Could automotive supply chain snap?

DETROIT — A combination of rebounding sales and an unprecedented number of new models in the works has stretched the auto parts supply chain so taut that the entire industry is holding its collective breath that it does not snap and jeopardize the recovery.

Slip on unknown substance leads to suit against Speed Auto Service

Does this Mean I Need Brake Repair? Yes!

To ensure you car remains safe to operate it is important that you pay attention for any of the following 5 signs that your car needs brake repair.

Why Risk Management is Essential to the Automotive Supply Chain

These four considerations can make your automotive supply chain more resilient.

How Long Can I Drive on a Spare Tire?

Unless you’ve only been driving for a few years, chances are you’ve had to deal with a spare tire at some point in your life.