Everybody's got friends like this. You know, the kind who, the minute they get in their vehicle and turn the key, the sound system is deafening. They just love to hear that music, sports, ...
Do I keep my old vehicle or buy a new one? It's a question most North Ridgeville drivers ask themselves at some time or another.Generally, what it comes down to is the choice between a car p...
Most auto manufacturers recommend an interval for an air conditioning system inspection. The inspection uncovers leaks, worn hoses and assesses the condition of the other components.Environmental...
North Ridgeville drivers may feel intimidated when they take their vehicles to a service center. They have questions but aren't sure how to ask. They don't want to feel embarrassed about their lack ...
When you drop your vehicle off at Xtreme in North Ridgeville, they don't just poke around under your hood looking for stuff to do. Xtreme professionals have lists and procedures they follow for d...
You've probably noticed how much easier it is to see when you're driving in the daytime as opposed to at night. It's one of the main reasons about half of all fatal vehicle accidents happen when it's ...
When automakers first came out with cruise control, it was a real luxury item. The older cruise controls used a mechanical vacuum system but it worked. Well, some of the time.
Now d...
If you smell gasoline in your vehicle, pay attention to your nose. That's because it has an important message for you.
Newer vehicles should never have a gasoline smell inside. One of the most danger...
The brake rotor, or disc, is attached to your wheel. The brake pads rub on the rotor to slow your car when you are driving in North Ridgeville.Rotors can warp, crack or become misaligned. They ca...
Perhaps you've found yourself driving when something all of a sudden splashes on your windshield, obstructing your view. You know that sinking feeling when you try to turn on the windshield washers an...
Many North Ridgeville car owners have probably wondered: "What's the harm in putting off replacing an engine air filter? The answer is that not replacing it could cause your Mass Air ...
If someone told you that your vehicle could have the same power but with a smaller engine, wouldn't that sound like great idea? Just think, a smaller engine would save you money at the gas station and...
If you drive, you know at some point, something's going to go wrong with your vehicle. And sometimes, it's pretty easy to figure out what's wrong, like a flat tire. But sometimes your vehi...
If you're like most people and drive a gasoline-powered vehicle, you need to be up to speed on its fuel-related components. They're pretty basic: the fuel, the fuel filter and the fuel pump.
Th...
The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. North Ridgeville drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very diffi...
Have you ever thought about all the little things we do to keep our lives running smoothly - like vacuuming? It makes a room feel fresher and more comfortable. We may not consider that we're also prol...
When North Ridgeville drivers need to replace tires, they need to know how many they should get and on which axle they should be placed. Replacing a damaged tire may leave you with three others with s...
If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that vehicle engines are getting more and more powerful in North Ridgeville. At the same time, they are getting better and better fuel economy. I've g...
Most North Ridgeville drivers know something about preventive maintenance on a vehicle. We know we should routinely replace the oil and wiper blades and other fluids. But have you heard of a PCV valve...
Those who know vehicles believe the steering system may be the most vital component of them all. Perhaps you've found over the years your steering has gotten loose. Or maybe suddenly, your steering wh...