June 7, 2021

I Am Concerned About My Shaky Car

Are you concerned about your shaky car, and you have no idea what to do? One of the more general problems cars exhibits shaking. This can vary from a slowly evolving and subtle vibration to an abruptly noticeable shake. No matter how noticeable or severe vibration you experience, it’s distracting and annoying. But even worse than that, it is always a sign that something is wrong with your vehicle. Whether it is unevenly wobbly tires, you should be the first to investigate if you experience a vibration. If you believe that your tires are unevenly worn, this can, in some cases, be rectified by ensuring that your tires are rotated, though if the unevenness in the tire tread is difficult enough, it might compel you to replace your tires. Again, isolated and neglected tires will need to be replaced. Once you feel your car vibrating, it could initially be your […]
February 17, 2020

Money Saving features of a Quality Tune-up

  The Low Income Auto Repair Program mechanics often get asked what is a standard tune-up and what’s included? The answer will vary from mechanic shop to shop, but generally this is a type of preventative and proactive maintenance that every vehicle needs. A good quality tune-up targets problem areas and resolves small issues so they don’t increase in size. Quality tune ups include a thorough engine check, to make sure there are no leaks, and that it sounds and feels right when the vehicle is running. For a closer look at some of the other ways a tune up can improve your vehicle, check out our list of tune up benefits.   Fix a Rough Ride: The truth is, as your vehicle ages, it just doesn’t run as smoothly as it used to. Maybe you’ve noticed it shaking a little bit, veering off to one side of the road, […]