Category: ASE Certified
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Tire Plugs: Everything You Need to Know About Plugs
Tire Plugs: What They Are and When to See a Mechanic A flat tire can ruin your day, but a tire plug can sometimes provide a quick and affordable fix. Since tire plugs seal small punctures, they help restore air pressure and keep you on the road. But not all tire damage can be plugged,…
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Water Pump: What You Need to Know to Keep Your Cool
Your Car’s Water Pump: What It Is, Why It Matters, and When to See a Mechanic Your engine generates a lot of heat while running. Since your car’s water pump keeps coolant flowing, it prevents overheating and protects the engine from serious damage. But if the water pump fails, your engine could overheat, leading to…
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Using Your Turn Signals: What You Need to Know
Using Your Turn Signals: When to Use Them, Why It’s Important, and When to See a Mechanic Turn signals are one of the most important safety features on your car. Since they let other drivers know where you’re going, they help prevent accidents and keep traffic flowing smoothly. But if your turn signals aren’t working…
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Engine Misfire: What You Need to Know For Your Engine
An engine misfire is more than just an annoying sputter—it’s a sign that something is wrong with your vehicle’s engine. Since misfires happen when one or more cylinders fail to ignite properly, they can lead to rough idling, poor acceleration, and even long-term engine damage. Whether you’re driving through Lincolnton or heading out on a…
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ASE Certification: Ensuring the Best Mechanic Experience.
ASE Certification: What It Means and How It Helps You in Mooresville Finding the right mechanic is, in fact, important for keeping your car in great shape. Whether you are driving around Mooresville or planning a trip, having a certified mechanic work on your car is, therefore, the best way to ensure your car stays…
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Head Gasket: How To Make Sure It Is Keeping You Protected
What Is a Head Gasket? The head gasket is a crucial seal between your engine block and cylinder head, Thus preventing coolant, oil, and combustion gases from mixing. It plays a vital role in maintaining engine efficiency and also preventing overheating and leaks. So This is vital in ensuring that you car continues to run smoothly…
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The Importance of Tire Rotation Maintenance
Why Tire Rotation is Essential for Your Car – and Your Wallet Imagine this: you’re on your way to the Easley Framers Market on First Street, when suddenly your car starts to vibrate. And you think, could my tires need rotation? Regular tire rotation is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to extend…
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Regular vs. Synthetic Oil: What You Need to Know
Regular vs. Synthetic Oil: Which Is Best for Your Vehicle? Our Hickory boys basketball toped Statesville, taking 2nd in conference. Because they new the right formula to put in the game to win. And the same can be said for our vehicles; the right formula helps ensure success. So, when it’s time for an oil…
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The Mighty Catalytic Converter: Environmental Superhero!
What Is Your Car’s Catalytic Converter and How to Keep It Working Its Best Meineke has great customers here in Arden. And part of what makes them great is their attention to keeping the air quality in Buncombe County as healthy as possible. Luckily, your vehicle can play a role in this. Because it’s your…
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The Mighty Timing Belt: Everything You Need to Know
The Role of Your Timing Belt in Your Car’s Performance There’s a lot going on this Valentine season that brings us together; like the Emerald City Valentine Gala. And though there are events that bring families together, there are also things that bring the performance of your car together: your timing belt. Because it’s your…