As a mechanic, I’ve seen countless customers confused about whether they need an alignment after getting new tires. Let’s cut through the confusion and get to the facts. The Short Answer New tires don’t automatically require an alignment, but it’s often a smart move. Here’s why: New tires don’t cause misalignment But many cars are […]
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You’re running late, hop in your car, turn the key and… nothing. Just a sad little click. Sound familiar? It might not be your battery – it could be your negative battery cable causing the ruckus. Let’s get into into this often-overlooked culprit and how you can diagnose it like a pro. Quick Reference: Symptoms
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As an automotive technician, I’ve seen firsthand how proper maintenance can significantly extend a vehicle’s lifespan and prevent costly repairs. This guide aims to provide beginners with essential car maintenance tips, covering everything from routine oil changes to brake care. By following these recommendations, you’ll ensure your vehicle remains reliable and efficient for years to
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We’ve all been there – that dreaded moment when you’re driving along, and suddenly you notice the fuel gauge needle is hovering dangerously close to the “E”. Your heart starts racing as you wonder, “How many miles can I still drive before I end up stranded on the side of the road?” In this post,
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Getting a “battery low start vehicle” message coming up on your DIC (Display instrument Cluster) can be a scary experience, and it’s one that can have you feeling like you’re stranded in the middle of nowhere. However, it may not be as bad as it seems that is why in this article I am going
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The Nissan stop-start system was designed to save fuel by shutting off the engine when it is not needed. The system is activated when you are stopped for more than three seconds. Unfortunately, many Nissan Qashqai owners came to my workshop with the same issue and it seems to be a common problem. Luckily, 98%
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Audi cars are known for luxury and tech; speaking of tech, Audi is one of the first manufacturers to put Electronic Parking Brakes (EPB) on their vehicles, replacing the regular manual handbrakes. This system is designed to prevent the car from rolling away when parked on an incline or any surface for that matter, but
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The tech in cars keeps improving and becoming more complex with each passing year. Among these innovations are proximity sensors that use radar to detect people, objects as well as other vehicles around you. In this article, I am going to talk about pre-collision assist and what it means when you get the pre-collision assist
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As a Mechanic, I’ll be the first to admit that the Holden Ute is a good pickup. It’s got a nice interior, it’s reliable and it’s pretty cheap to run. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t any problems with the ute. In this article, I am going to look at some of the common Holden
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Holden Trax is one of the most popular Cross over SUV models in the market. The vehicle is manufactured by GM Holden, a subsidiary of General Motors. It was introduced in the market in 2013 and has been available ever since. It comes in two engine options the 1.4l four-cylinder and the 1.0L three-cylinder engine.
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