Straight Ahead (Wheel Alignment)
December 26, 2021
If every road was straight and smooth, we wouldn't have to worry much about wheel alignment. But they're not, so we do. Hitting potholes or driving on rough pavement can knock your vehicle out of alignment and you'll notice it in one of several ways. Your steering wheel may not be centered when ... More
Beginning to See the Light (Check Engine Light Diagnostics)
December 19, 2021
It's a light many drivers fear they'll see turn on at the most inopportune time. It's the one on the dash that says "Check Engine," "Service Engine Soon," or it may be simply an engine-shaped light. Your first instinct may be to pull off to the side of the road and turn off the engine. The truth... More
Budget for Maintenance in Chicago
December 12, 2021
Sometimes busy Chicago residents dream about going back to the simpler days of our grandparents. But if you could travel back in time and take a road trip around Illinois in a Model T, you might change your mind. The improved designs and quality of today's automobiles have significantly reduced t... More
Tire Maintenance in Chicago
December 5, 2021
With the recent focus in the Chicago area on improving fuel economy, we've been told how important it is to maintain our tire pressure.Chicago drivers know that tires wear out, but we want to make them last as long as possible because they're not cheap to replace. In addition to saving gas, prop... More