Regular vehicle maintenance is about as important to your livelihood as it is to your car. You never know when those neglected tires could hydroplane during a light drizzle, or when those old brake pads just can’t slow your car in time to avoid a collision.
In spite of a few chilly days and gray skies, spring has finally settled in for Houston. Unfortunately, it’s not all good news which we can all attest to given the recent flooding we’ve experienced. April to June are always the rainiest months of the year, averaging a total of 14.1 inches of rain. No…
Monitoring and replenishing fluids is one of the simplest and easiest maintenance checks you can do to keep your car, van or truck running smoothly. Each one serves a particular purpose, and needs to be checked and, in most cases, changed throughout the life of your vehicle. If you’ve never looked under the hood, now’s…
There you are in the drive-through of Starbucks, about to start your morning with a cup of coffee. Suddenly, the ominous glow of your check engine light pops on. Before you drive straight to your local Katy mechanic, remember that this indicator doesn’t always mean the worst possible scenario. There are many reasons why this…
With spring break and summer vacation incoming, now’s the time to start preparing for road trip adventures. Getting your car inspected and investing in the right safety gear ahead of time will help you set out on the road with confidence, allowing you to focus more on enjoying your break and less on worrying about…
Taking care of your vehicle goes beyond just changing the oil. There are some small but important changes you can make in your everyday use of your car or truck that mean the difference between an occasional visit to the mechanic or a constant one. Check out some of the ways you can love your…
With the new year came the unwelcome arrival of a weather pattern meteorologists describe as a “polar vortex,” a hurricane-like swirl of cold air that formed in northern Canada before making its way across the country. Several southern states, including Georgia, Tennessee and Texas, experienced some of the coldest temperatures in years, and many car…
