What You Need to Know About Regular Maintenance Whether you’re ready to learn more about your favorite vehicle or you’re tired of sudden breakdowns, learn how to get started with your own car maintenance. Follow these simple tips to maintain your car, and discover how you can enjoy affordable auto repairs in Corvallis, Oregon. Read
Viscosity Explained Chances are that you already know an oil change is one of the most important steps to keep your car running in optimal condition. However, it’s also critical to choose the right type of oil. There are many to choose from, but only one that is right for your exact vehicle. Why is
Things To Look For Whether you’re inspecting the oil or having it changed, it’s important for you to understand when your vehicle is using quality oil and worn oil. Motor oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle’s engine after all, and if it’s not of the best quality, the engine and vehicle will suffer. London’s
Signs That It’s Time for Service Many motorists are told when they purchase a vehicle that in order for them to maintain their vehicle’s level of performance, they need to follow a routine oil change schedule. At London’s Automotive, we condone this advice, as it ensures your vehicle is always filled with fresh, clean motor
Cold weather is a test of your car’s resilience. Even on dry days, winter’s chilly temperatures are tough on batteries and tires. Adding in rain, ice or snow could spell disaster. Before temperatures plummet for the season, take a few steps to ensure you and your car are ready to take on wintery weather. Check
Wouldn’t it be nice if any car troubles waited to show up until you were already pulling into the shop? Rather, it seems that trouble comes on the busiest days when we can’t make it to the shop easily. To protect yourself from situations like this, it is a good idea to keep an emergency
Vehicle repair costs aren’t always black and white. Different makes and models, warranties and individual driving styles can all influence when a specific vehicle might need transmission work. While there is certainly room for debate, it is fair to say that automatic transmissions are generally more costly to repair than manuals. While repair costs might
Brakes are arguably one of the most important safety components of your car. In an ideal world, they would work perfectly forever without needing repair, but unfortunately wear and tear can take a toll on your brakes and compromise their safety. Drivers should be aware of their vehicle’s health and watch out for warning signs
So let’s start by looking a few factors, in a previous blog article “Is it necessary to flush brake fluid?” we discussed the basic automotive brake hydraulic system. In the article “How much does it cost to get a brake job” we looked at the mechanical components of the brake system. And
Why do we need TPMS? The purpose of TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) is basic. Primarily it is intended to save lives. Secondary is increasing tire life. A little history. Over the years there has been confusion about proper tire inflation and many serious accidents that may have been avoided had the tires been