Have you ever tried to drive a car without a power steering system? Well, you probably noticed how important it is for modern driving. The power steering system makes maneuvering your vehicle safer, easier, and more comfortable. It also allows you to swerve to avoid unexpected obstacles such as animals, pedestrians, etc. that are not [...]
When an engine produces a twisting force is called torque. The driveshaft’s job is to transmit the torque to the car’s wheels. Most cars are front-wheel drive, so when the torque is transmitted to the front two wheels, it’s called a half-shaft. But, other cars have a driveshaft. Would you know how to tell if [...]
Fiberglass is a material that is very strong and durable. It can resist the abrasion and corrosion that can affect metals. The car industry has relied on this pretty lightweight material for many parts, including the body of your vehicle. Fiberglass repair is not terribly complicated. But it is definitely best to leave it for [...]
Using aluminum panels in cars is nothing new. Deck lids and hoods have been made of this material for years. Having steel parts replaced by aluminum can help minimize the weight of the vehicle, helping manufacturers to make specific emissions class vehicles. Actually, many luxury cars including the Range Rover, Ashton Martin, Jaguar, and Audi [...]
Even the most careful person can’t keep their car 100% safe from dents. A hailstorm, a rock flying on the road, or even a shopping cart at a parking lot are just a few of the minor potential damages. A couple of minor dings might be okay with you, but if you’re planning on selling [...]
If you’re looking to buy a new car, you may see the term CVT Transmission. What does it mean? Is it something important you should get or avoid? Read on to learn from one of our experts what it is and how it works. What is CVT? CVT is short for continuously variable transmission, which [...]
Vehicle owners should be totally satisfied with their collision repairs. As a car owner, you have the right to expect your car to be restored to its pre-collision condition. The car should drive and look just like it did before and you should have the same level of safety. It doesn’t matter how bad the [...]
Every car has a suspension. It is the collection of parts that keep the car off the ground, cushions the cargo and passengers from bumps, and allows the car to turn. The suspension is composed of the wheels and tires, shocks and springs, joints and linkages, as well as the steering system. Like all parts [...]
It can be so frustrating to go back to your car and see a dent in it after being parked for a while. When this happens and they didn’t leave an apologetic note with their information under your windshield, you may be thinking, what now? The first thing you need to do is stay calm. [...]
Most people rely on cars to get around but keeping them in good shape takes time and effort, as well as money. Often your vehicle will need maintenance and repairs you weren’t expecting. Actually, you probably have paid several visits to a body repair shop since you first bought your car. Even though everybody knows [...]
