Matt’s Auto Blog
10 Red Flags Your Car’s Shocks & Struts Need Replacement
1. Excessive Bouncing After Hitting Bumps2. Nose-Diving When Braking3. Vehicle Drifting or Pulling While Turning4. Unusual Tire Wear Patterns5. Longer Stopping Distances6. Visible Fluid Leaks on Shocks or Struts7. Excessive Vibrations at Higher...
Preparing Your Car for Winter Driving in Minnesota and North Dakota
Why Winter Car Preparation Matters in Minnesota and North Dakota6 Steps for Winter Driving Prep in Minnesota & North Dakota1. Inspecting Your Tires for Snow and Ice ConditionsCheck Tread DepthSwitch to Winter TiresMonitor Tire Pressure2....
Drive Longer, Drive Stronger: The Power of Preventive Car Maintenance
What Is Preventive Maintenance and Why Does It Matter?4 Hidden Benefits of Preventive Car Maintenance1. Significant Cost Savings2. Boosted Vehicle Reliability3. Maintaining Resale Value4. Longer Vehicle LifespanKey Preventive Maintenance...
From Slipping to Stalling: Transmission Symptoms You Can’t Ignore
Slipping Gears While DrivingDifficulty Shifting Between GearsUnusual Grinding or Clunking NoisesBurning Smell Coming from the Engine BayLeaking Red or Brown Transmission FluidDelayed or Rough Gear EngagementShaking, Jerking, or Hesitation While...
How Skipping Oil Changes Can Wreck Your Engine
Skipping Oil Changes Leads to Engine Sludge BuildupOld Oil Can Cause Overheating and Engine SeizureIncreased Friction: The Hidden Enemy Inside Your EngineHow Delayed Oil Changes Shorten Engine LifespanFrom Wear to Failure: The Step-by-Step...
Stop the Steam: How to Keep Your Car from Overheating
How to Keep Your Car from Overheating with Regular MaintenanceThe Cooling System: Your Engine's Best FriendRadiator Maintenance: The Heat DissipatorHow to Keep Your Car from Overheating During Hot WeatherHow to Stop a Car from Overheating on the...
10 Top Signs Your Engine Needs Immediate Attention
1. Check Engine Light Illuminates2. Unusual Knocking or Ticking Noises3. Excessive Exhaust Smoke4. Engine Overheating Frequently5. Poor Acceleration or Loss of Power6. Rough Idling or Stalling7. Leaking Fluids Under the Car8. Decreased Fuel...
Check Engine Light On? Common Reasons That Require Mechanic Attention
Check Engine Light On? Common Reasons That Require Mechanic AttentionLoose or Faulty Gas CapFailing Oxygen (02) SensorMalfunctioning Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF)Worn or Damaged Spark Plugs and Ignition CoilsFailing Catalytic ConverterVacuum Leak...
Stop Safely: Why Timely Brake Repair is Crucial for Every Driver
The Role of Brakes in Road SafetyWarning Signs That Your Brakes Need AttentionCommon Causes of Brake ProblemsExcessive Wear And TearBrakes OverheatingLow Brake FluidThe Risks of Ignoring Brake RepairsReduced Stopping PowerMore Expensive...