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Brake repair in Frederick, MD and Taneytown, MDYour car's brake system is comprised of many components, and frequently a change in their performance is an indication that you need a brake inspection.  While driving, your sole physical connection to your brake system is the car's brake pedal.  Being in tune to the changes at the pedal will help keep you and your passendgers safe.  What should you be looking for?Poorly responsive and sensitive pedal - A pedal that practicall...

Many of us in Frederick, Maryland may worry about running out of gas or breaking down on the side of the road.   These are the reasons we practice preventative maintenance on our cars.   However, one of the most important maintenance items that Frederick motorists overlook is a routine alignment check.  Ensuring that your wheels are driving straight is an important maintenance item for your car. Improper alignment will cause your vehicle's tires to wear unevenly or wear out rapidly.  A p...

Nobody needs to remind you this has been an especially harsh winter.Winter is not just hard on vehicles and the people who drive them -- it’s hard on roads, too. With fluctuations in temperature and freeze/thaw cycles, pavement materials expand and contract, leaving streets with cracks and potholes. Add in the effect of washouts from heavy rain, caustic de-icing chemicals and damage from vehicles with studs or tire chains, and you can end up with springtime road surfaces which are a real m...

The temperatures are inching upward, the days are getting longer and the first buds are starting to appear on the trees. Spring is on its way, and  soon it’s going to be time to do a little preventive maintenance on your ride. No need to dread it -- it’s all pretty routine stuff! Air filter - If you haven’t changed your air filter since last year (or can’t remember when you changed it at all), it might be time. It’s an easy and cheap fix, and it pays off in your vehicle’s performan...

If you decide to fix it yourself:   With the help of an AC recharge and measuring kit, you can recharge your AC yourself.  These kits include a pressurized refrigerant, most often Freon, and a pressure gauge that will help you monitor how much Freon is in your car's AC system.  A detailed instruction manual, which is included in the kit, will walk you through each step.  All-in-one kits are composed of a simpler design, which have the Freon and pressure gauge integrated into one.  These ...

 So we all know that May is devoted to Mother’s Day. In honor of mothers everywhere, here are a few helpful suggestions for you to show mom just how much you care.   1. Oil Change - Getting Mom’s car an oil change would be a nice way to help her get the most miles out of her car. Regular oil changes keep moving parts lubricated, reducing friction and heat buildup, and prevent deposits of sludge and gunk from building up on internal engine assemblies.  2. Wipe...

Summer’s going to be here before you know it, and that means time for family road trips!  We know there’s a lot to think about when you’re planning a vacation...money, accommodations, scheduling, keeping the kids occupied in the car...but one thing you definitely should not neglect in those plans is your tires.  Summer road trips are hard on tires. You have to figure you’re in a car that’s likely loaded to the gills, driving for hours and hours t...

It can be a frightening experience when your brakes go out.  We have compiled a list of things you should do if this should happen to you.  Avoid a Panic When things go wrong, a clear thinking head will be your best friend while behind the wheel. It is imperative that you remain calm and take the steps to deliver your car securely to the side of the road.  Try Your Brakes a 2nd Time More than likely your car has a dual braking system, which regulates your rear and front brakes indi...

Summer is here, and it’s time to start thinking about your car’s AC system! Nobody likes driving around in a hot, stuffy car, and a car with an AC system which only works marginally is somehow almost even worse than one which doesn’t work at all. Let’s go through a few tips which can help you keep your ride a little more comfortable this summer…Remember a cars AC system is really a heat exchanger which moves hot air out of your vehicle, then replaces it with cold a...