336-547-0026
309 Orville Wright Dr.
Greensboro, NC 27409

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owner's blog

7 Ways You Can Improve Your MPG This Summer

Wed, 07/24/2013 - 4:49pm -- owner

Summer time in Littleton is the best season for the outdoorsman and the hardest season for the car owner—rising temperatures means rising gas prices. Here are some tips to keep your wallet happy this summer rather than feeling the pain at the pump.  

 

  1. The next time you have your oil changed, have the air filter checked.  Replacing a dirty air filter with clean one can save up to 10 percent on fuel costs.

 

The Four-Stroke Power Cycle

Thu, 06/20/2013 - 3:47pm -- owner

What is your car’s RPM measurement when idling in neutral? How about when you are cruising at 35 mph? 50 mph?  Did you know that, if your RPM measurement is not consistent, you could be blindly wasting money every time you fill up at the gas station? Paying attention to these details is vital to your car’s maintenance as well as your automotive knowledge.

Auto Repair Tips: What ABS Can and Can’t Do

Thu, 04/18/2013 - 1:25pm -- owner

Whether you were just cut off on the highway or reacting to an abrupt animal crossing, there comes a time where you may need to slam on your brakes in order to avoid an accident. Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) were designed to be your best friend in these situations. ABS prevents skidding to enable you to keep control of your vehicle until you can stop safely. ABS also prevents tire damage since it doesn’t lock the wheels during a stop thus shortening the stopping distance of your car. 

Types of ABS Systems

Greensboro Car Repair Tips: Fluids, What They Do, & Why You Need Them

Thu, 02/28/2013 - 10:53am -- owner

Your car performs at a peak level when it has fresh, healthy fluids in its systems to keep running smoothly. Failing to flush or replace fluids can lead to premature engine failure, but by constantly monitoring them you can ensure a long and healthy life for your car. Here’s a breakdown of five vital fluids your car needs to stay healthy:

Greensboro Auto Tips: Lowering Insurance Costs for Teen Drivers

Mon, 01/21/2013 - 2:05pm -- owner

Remember passing the driver’s exam when you were a teenager and receiving your license? It was as if the whole world opened up. It can be an exciting time in a teenager’s life, but for parents, a teen driver means more expenses…and that includes car insurance.

We know insuring a teen can be a financial struggle. That’s why as an auto repair shop in Greensboro, we put together a few tips to help lower that monthly bill:

Greensboro Auto Tips: Winter Maintenance

Fri, 12/14/2012 - 11:07am -- owner

You know the drill—every three months, bring in your vehicle for an oil change and we’ll check the other systems in your vehicle to make sure it’s running smoothly. But what about the time in between?

We’ve put together this list of quick ways you can maintain your vehicle in between preventive maintenance visits in just minutes a day.

Monday Morning: Tire Pressure

Greensboro Tires Shop: The Do’s and Don’ts of Car Washing

Tue, 08/28/2012 - 10:11am -- owner

Sometimes, you just have to fill up a few buckets with water and get to work washing your car. We’ll call it a labor of love—you get the hose going, and maybe some tunes blasting from the radio, and you’ve got yourself a primo setup for an American tradition. However, your local Greensboro Auto repair shop wants to tell you to be careful when washing your vehicle, as some conventional practices may actually be harming your vehicle.

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