Fears and Gears (Signs of Automatic Transmission Problems)

March 28, 2021

Automatic transmissions rule. The old days of shifting your own gears are a thing of the past for most drivers. But automatic transmission trouble can be a big inconvenience for any driver if it comes at the wrong time in the wrong place. Here are some signs to look out for that may mean you ar... More

The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)

March 21, 2021

Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from those higher temperatures. Heat shields are installed around several areas of the exhaust system. Ot... More

"Current" Affairs (Blown Fuses)

March 14, 2021

You may be driving along and find that suddenly your radio stops working. There are no numbers on the display. Then when you get home, you notice the garage door opener doesn't do a thing when you press the button. Hmm, this was working just fine this morning. Are the two problems somehow rela... More

By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Tuffy Lake In The Hills in Lake In The Hills

March 7, 2021

Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It's like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Lake In The Hills drivers know that it's not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all those codes on your tire mean? It won't lead you to buried treas... More