Welcome back to our series that covers hybrid batteries. In Part 1, our focus was on reviewing the two different types of hybrid vehicles, as well as the different types of batteries hybrids use. In Part 2 we continue our discussion on hybrid batteries — this time with a focus on maintenance, expected service & […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Hybrid Batteries, Part 1
Hybrid cars are amazing. Whether it’s a standard hybrid (HEV), also referred to as a full- or self-charging hybrid, or a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), their growing popularity means more people are owning hybrid cars than ever before. That said, in the shop we often receive questions about the batteries in these vehicles, so […]
Signs You Need New Wiper Blades, Part 2
Welcome back to our series on wiper blades. In Part 1, we covered wiper blade squeaking, streaking, rubber damage and bent wiper blade frames. In Part 2, we’ve got four more signs that you might need new wiper blades. Let’s dive in … 1. BAD CONTACT When it comes to bad windshield contact, it’s most […]
Signs You Need New Wiper Blades, Part 1
In general, windshield wipers aren’t something we spend a lot of time thinking about unless they’re not working properly. That said, there’s more than one sign that it may be time for new wipers, and some of them might surprise you. In this series, we’re diving into eight tell-tale signs that your wipers likely need […]
How to Tell if You Need New Brakes, Part 2
Welcome back to our series on brakes. In Part 1, we covered four signs that you might need new brakes — including brake grinding, brake pedal vibration, and issues with the parking brake. In the second installment we’re covering an additional five signs that you might need new brakes. That said, if one or more […]
How to Tell if You Need New Brakes, Part 1
Brakes are something we don’t typically think about unless there’s a problem with them. But how do you know if something’s wrong? This is a question we get asked a lot at our auto repair shop here in Madison — and since brakes are such an important component of keeping your vehicle functioning safely, […]
When Do I Need a Wheel Alignment?
A wheel alignment is a service that’s more complex than something like an oil change or tire rotation. In fact, we’ve found that many of our customers have similar questions about wheel alignment, and when the service might need to be performed. In this article, we’ll quickly define what a wheel alignment is, as […]
Car Care Tips to Keep Your Vehicle in Tip-Top Shape, Part 2
Welcome back to our car care tip series. In Part 1, we covered our first five tips: oil changes, fluids, tires, windshield wipers and lights. In Part 2, we’re covering brakes, two kinds of air filters, batteries, belts and hoses, and finally keeping the inside and outside of your car clean. Let’s jump into it! […]