The transmission is one of the most important parts of any vehicle, and one of the most costly to repair. In some cases, it's more cost-effective to get rid of a vehicle with a bad tranny rather than spend thousands of dollars to have it repaired or replaced. This is also why it's so important to know the signs of a troubled transmission. If you can detect a transmission problem before it gets out of hand, you might be able to avoid one of the costliest and most dread of car owners' repairs. Signs of a Bad Transmission A troubled transmission may be difficult for the average person to detect, but there are still some telltale symptoms you should watch for. These include whining or clunking noises coming from the engine, fluid leaking from the vehicle and a burning smell. You may also notice that you have trouble getting your vehicle into gear, especially if you have a manual transmission. The clutch may stick when it's depressed, your stick shifter may not move or you may not be ...

Ever wondered why you need to schedule an engine tune up, or when to schedule one? Then you are not alone. Staying on top of your general car maintenance is essential to ensure your car is running at its peak performance—and is a also a proactive approach to reducing the frequency of repairs.

The battery in your vehicle is like your vehicle's heart, if the battery isn't working well, it will impact the entire car or truck.

For most people, washing your car by hand can be a therapeutic act.  Little known fact, it is also the best way to maintain a new-car finish. 

The average your oil should be changed is every 3, 000 miles.

Typically, your air filters should be changed every 10, 000 to 15, 000 miles.  Environmental conditions will impact this timing.  For example, if you live in a heavily polluted area or if you drive on dirt/gravel roads more often, your air filters will probably have to be changed more frequently.  

You get up in the morning and get ready for work.  You are going to make it on time.  You get your car, you put your key in the ignition and turn the key.  It won’t start.  Dang it.

Just because your “check engine” light is on, it does not mean you have an immediate or costly issue with your vehicle.  Unfortunately, there are a number of issues that are signaled by the “check engine” light.  The good part about this is that they are not costly. 

Springs in Michigan can still be cool/cold.  None of us really think about the heat at this point (though we wish for it).  It’s time to inspect your AC and get it repaired before the warm weather hits.  

Let’s face it.  The majority of us don’t pay attention to our tires until it’s too late.  Below are some tips on how to purchase your next set of tires.