Car Battery Replacement in Van Nuys, CA Signs Your Car Battery Needs Replacement Your car battery is the heart of your vehicle’s electrical system, powering everything from the engine to the lights and accessories. Over time, all batteries lose their ability to hold a charge, which can lead to issues like difficulty starting the car, […]
Protect Your Vehicle’s Engine Your vehicle’s cooling system is a crucial component that regulates the engine’s temperature and prevents overheating. It achieves this by circulating coolant through the engine, absorbing heat, and transferring it to the radiator for dispersion. However, if this system malfunctions, the consequences can be severe. Your engine could overheat, leading to […]
Vehicle tires are not a cheap expense, which is why it is vital to keep them running in tip-top shape year after year and season after season. When your tires are cared for properly, it allows you to handle your vehicle better, increase fuel efficiency, and save money over time. Most importantly, it means increasing […]
I frequently remind customers, especially those with teenagers or young adults, to make sure the kids make regularly scheduled checkups for their vehicles, especially during the hotter months. Hot weather can damage your car’s battery. Younger drivers are less likely to pay attention to how the car is functioning and more likely to drive a […]
A customer called our shop the other morning. “I can’t believe it! I just drove to the corner of my street, and I noticed smoke coming out from under the hood. What should I do now? It’s difficult to assess what is going on under the hood unless I can see, hear and smell it. […]
By Jack Bulko AutoAid Auto repair prices vary depending on the shop, the knowledge of the mechanics, the type of car and other factors, and thats why getting a second opinion on your car repair is the smart thing to do. Sometimes we are hesitant to ask for another mechanic to look at the car […]
By Jack Bulko, AutoAid Where is the dipstick in my new car? Thats what my client, Jane, wanted to know. She had purchased an Audi and brought it in for service. She said when her dashboard light alerted her to an issue with low oil level, she stopped and opened her hood to check the […]
If youve visited a car dealership recently, youve probably been blown away by the comforts and conveniences that many offer – some nicer than a luxury home! With putt-putt courses, computer lounges, bakeries, fancy drinks, and courtesy rental car programs, these large dealerships look like they’re taking great care of their customers. In the end, […]
Remember the days when a few guys in a truck would drive around a parking lot asking if you wanted to buy some stereo equipment? Dealing with auto body repair scammers is very similar. You might park your car, all set to run into a store to do a few errands, when a guy notices […]
Welcome back to the AutoAid Blog as we continue our discussion of common (and commonly confusing) dashboard warning lights. Ever see a light you didn’t recognize on your dashboard? Is one lit now? Not sure if your vehicle is safe to drive? If your check engine light is illuminated and you’re not sure why, check […]
