Have you ever sat behind another car at a traffic light and as soon as the light turned green and the car accelerated, your car was shrouded in a cloud of black smoke? Or even worse, a terrible “rotten egg” smell wafts through your vents? If so, it is likely the car in front had a problem needing catalytic converter repair. So, just what is a catalytic converter and why does your vehicle have one? We’ll cover the basics of catalytic converters and review some ways to keep it working properly.
It’s hard to believe that in the 21st century, we actually have self-driving cars! About eighty years ago, that was most likely the same sentiment people had when cruise control was invented. That’s right, cruise control has been in existence for about eighty years providing convenience and ease to drivers on the open road. While the system is fairly maintenance free, there are some things that can happen that make cruise control repair necessary.
Have you ever described someone losing their temper as “blowing their gasket?” Chances are, most of us have “blown a gasket” at some point in our lives. This common idiom describes a person who is losing one’s temper, becoming extremely angry with rage, or losing control of their emotions. The figurative use of the phrase “blow a gasket” is not much different from what can literally happen with your vehicle when you neglect an important component, the vehicle’s head gasket. Read ahead about the problems that can arise with your vehicle’s head gasket and ways to identify a potential problem on the horizon.
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Chances are you never thought about how electricity is a key factor in the smooth operation of your vehicle. In fact, without the electrical system in our vehicles, we would never be able to get from point A to point B.
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When it’s cold outside, the last thing you want is to have a cold car inside! That’s what can happen if your heater decides it will not cooperate with you this winter. While there are many reasons why your vehicle’s heater may malfunction, many of them are most likely tied to the cooling system of your vehicle.
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It is not that often that you have to purchase tires for your vehicle. But when you do, it’s good to be fully informed on all of the considerations in the tire purchase process. We have developed this Tire Buying Guide to help you navigate through the information you need to know.
The ABS warning light is part of an entire system known as the anti-lock braking system. An important standard safety feature in most vehicles, they help you stop safely when there’s an emergency or the road is slippery. They do this by preventing your vehicle’s wheels from locking up and causing you to skid when the brakes are applied hard and quickly.
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It’s that time of year again when the leaves begin to change color and the cooler temperatures bring on the Fall season. Before winter descends upon us, now is an ideal time to have an overall maintenance check done to prepare your vehicle for the colder weather.
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We are pleased to announce that our shop is able to provide re manufactured engines for the Toyota 1GR-FE gas engine line through our JASPER Engine partnership! This 4.0L, Dual OHC, Single VVT, V6 engine, is available for the following Toyota applications: 2003-2015 (4Runner | Tacoma | FJ Cruiser | Tundra).
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A few weeks ago, my wife called me stranded on the side of the NJ Turnpike as her car had broken down. It was just before 6:00 so I started calling all of the local Subaru dealerships. Of the 10 I tried, they were either not open or refused to allow the car to be towed there, despite the fact that my wife was stuck on the side of the road!. Then I was fortunate to find John at Car Kings.