Spluttering and Kangarooing is worrying especially when you’re on a long road trip. Anyway don’t panic, you are in the right place, this post covers all you need to know. …

Hit the park switch and……”Parking Brake Service Required” Arggh!! I’ve been there, don’t panic; this is what you’ll need to do. The EPB is a common feature on many late-model …

Coffee all over the dashboard? Yes, I know, I’ve been that soldier. Brakes so sensitive make you look like a permit driver. Sharp brakes need immediate attention, buckle up, you’re …

The moment you realize your keys are not merely misplaced but actually properly lost is a sickening feeling. You’ve looked everywhere, you’ve asked mommy, and when she can’t find them, …

Erratic idling and stalling issues are so irritating; you’re on the right track, and a dirty throttle body could be the root cause. Cleaning shouldn’t take more than thirty minutes; …

A shaking and vibrating car can be alarming, and you are correct to investigate the cause. The root of the problem may be simple but could have a more serious …

Mechanics usually work pretty quickly, we’re always under pressure, in fact like many professions, we’re always under time deadlines. Nobody wants to be without their car or have the expense …

Love that new engine smell, purrrr. No more tow trucks, no more calls to work – I’m running late, no more borrowed cars… it’s all giggles now. But it does …

It’s a sickening feeling when your car stalls, even worse if you suspect the engine is blown. Although major engine failure is pretty rare these days, it can happen. An …

Nothing like the satisfaction of fixing your own car, at $140 an hour labor, you’ll save a ton just doing the simple stuff. After all, how hard is swapping out …

I’m a mechanic for about twenty years and the one question I am asked a ton is “How many car repairs can owners do themselves? The answer is quite a …

Car brakes are mission-critical components, and you’re doing the right thing, inspecting regularly and asking questions. All cars use brake calipers, and there are two main types, fixed and floating. …