by KARadmin | Jun 15, 2021 | Auto Repair, Maintenance
When engaged, a parking brake (emergency brake, e-brake or handbrake) applies brakes to both rear wheels, keeping the car from rolling. In cars with mechanical parking brakes, parking brake cables connect the parking brake lever or pedal to the rear brakes. Because...
by KARadmin | Feb 15, 2021 | Maintenance
When it comes to your vehicle, prevention is 1000 times better than cure. Basic upkeep is cheaper than major repairs caused by neglect. So for the year of 2021 we wanted to put together a little checklist for you! For some reason, lots of people neglect basic...
by KARadmin | Sep 15, 2020 | Maintenance
When you buy your first vehicle, new or used, you want to make sure that you think about every aspect of owning a vehicle. It isn’t just the title and insurance; you also have to make sure that you keep the engine well taken care of. This means keeping up on the...
by KARadmin | Aug 15, 2020 | Maintenance
The best time to replace your battery is before you need to. But how do you know it’s time to replace the battery if it’s not dead—yet? Although most batteries can last for five years or more when properly cared for, most car batteries will become worn down and...
by KARadmin | Jul 15, 2020 | Maintenance
We all know that if you do not have sturdy tires you won’t be able to drive anywhere safely. Your tires are the foundation between your car and the road. But if you do not take care of your tires you might find yourself on the side of the road with a flat – or worse a...
by KARadmin | Mar 18, 2020 | Maintenance
People tend to think the worst when their cars begin to feel out of the ordinary or act strangely. Who can blame them really, though? Folks rely on vehicles for all sorts of things like going to work, school, or the mall. They use them to haul cargo, passengers, and...
