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How Often Do You Need an Oil Change?

Be honest with yourself: have you ever been tempted to brush it off and keep driving when that oil light comes on? Another question: when was the last time you even checked your oil? We've all been there. Enough is going on during the day, and no one wants to add vehicle maintenance to the pressing [...]

How Often Do You Need an Oil Change?2022-05-09T10:22:52+00:00
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Dangers You May Not Know About Keyless Ignition Vehicles

Usually, when you park your car in the garage, you take off your seat belt and just get out. You unload the can and close the garage door and go into your home. Your engine will still be running during this and the build-up of carbon monoxide will eventually seep into your home. Unfortunately, this [...]

Dangers You May Not Know About Keyless Ignition Vehicles2022-05-09T10:24:55+00:00
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5 Ways To Increase Your Car’s Fuel Efficiency

Gas reached $100 USD a barrel on February 24th, with the news that Russia had attacked Ukraine. And where oil prices rise, the cost of diesel and petrol will quickly follow. There is nothing we can do about the price of gas, however, we can offer some pointers on how to increase your car’s fuel [...]

5 Ways To Increase Your Car’s Fuel Efficiency2022-05-16T10:14:21+00:00
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7 Spring Car Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Car on the Road

Warm weather, blooming flowers, and birds chirping can only mean spring is finally here. After a long winter and every hazard that comes with driving in it, now is a great time to take care of car maintenance in time for long summer road trips. A new season comes with specific challenges and concerns for [...]

7 Spring Car Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Car on the Road2022-05-16T10:15:08+00:00
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Eight Tips to Extend Your Car’s Life | Sudden Impact Auto

Cars can be pricey – and if you already have one that you love, you will likely want to make sure it is in the best condition possible for as long as you can and avoid the pitfalls of lack of maintenance. There are some things you can do to help extend your car’s life [...]

Eight Tips to Extend Your Car’s Life | Sudden Impact Auto2022-05-16T10:17:44+00:00
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5 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Car Battery

The car battery is a critical component in starting and powering a car. It provides the electricity needed to get all of the car’s electrical components to work. However, like any other battery, they can’t last forever and they need to be replaced from time to time. The next are the 5 signs you need [...]

5 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Car Battery2022-01-04T20:33:10+00:00
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3 Things You Have To Do When Your Car Breaks Down

Generally, most people think their car is pretty reliable. Even when cars have nagging issues, they usually take you from one place to another. However, although it is rare, cars can break down. One of the worst-case scenarios is when your car breaks down on the highway. With traffic all around you and your car [...]

3 Things You Have To Do When Your Car Breaks Down2022-05-16T10:20:25+00:00
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Broken Tail Light? Here’s Why You Should Fix It ASAP

If you have a broken tail light, you need to replace it or repair it right away. This is because, if your tail light is broken, other drivers may have trouble seeing your car. This can increase your chances of getting involved in an accident. What To Do If You Have a Broken Tail Light [...]

Broken Tail Light? Here’s Why You Should Fix It ASAP2021-11-01T18:54:34+00:00
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What Is a Mass Airflow Sensor?

The MAF (mass airflow sensor) is a key part of the electronic fuel injection system in a vehicle. It’s located right between the engine’s intake manifold and the air filter. In some vehicles,  the IAT (intake air temperature) sensor is built into the MAF. However, there are different types of airflow sensors and they all [...]

What Is a Mass Airflow Sensor?2021-10-04T18:55:57+00:00
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What To Do When Your Car Jerks When Accelerating

If you have ever experienced that your car jerks when accelerating, this is something you should never ignore. A car that jerks is usually a sign that your car will develop some issues if you don’t fix it right away. This can be difficult to feel and somewhat offputting when driving. To avoid a situation [...]

What To Do When Your Car Jerks When Accelerating2021-08-02T18:51:09+00:00