Everyone understands that good, sturdy wheels are required for cars to run properly. However, you may be unaware of how important simple components that are part of your vehicle’s wheels are to proper wheel operation. Your vehicle contains components that are designed to move. The wheel bearing is a great example. Through movement, it promotes […]

As a car owner, you’re probably always on the lookout for warning signs of impending trouble. You may hear strange noises and wonder what they mean, but you will ignore them. Automobile problems, on the other hand, rarely get better without treatment – instead, they get worse with neglect. If you notice any of these

Jump-starting your first car was a rite of passage for some. However, for those who have never had a dead battery, jump-starting your car for the first time can be a frightening experience. While this is an easy procedure, you should always exercise caution when working on your engine. Whether you’re accidentally leaving your headlights

Carbon monoxide poisoning can occur whenever a carbon monoxide source is present in an enclosed space such as a home, garage, or car. Because carbon monoxide cannot be smelled or seen, those who are exposed to it may not be able to detect or feel its effects until it is too late. Carbon monoxide poisoning

It’s officially spring and for many of us, it means starting the air conditioner. HEART Auto Care recommends an annual air conditioning inspection to keep your car cool from spring to summer. Let’s face it. Heat and humidity can be very distracting this summer, especially when the air conditioner fails. It is the responsibility of

New tires can certainly be a waste of your household, but tires that are both safe and handleable for cars, trucks, and SUVs on the road are essential. By taking some simple precautions to help keep your tires in good condition, you can prolong the life of your tires and avoid the repair costs that

In the February 2022 Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), oil prices remained high enough to push US oil production to record levels in 2023, reaching 12.6 million barrels (b/d) per day. We anticipate that new products in the Permian Basin will drive overall crude oil production growth in the United States. In March 2020, just before

The exhaust gas test, also known as the smog check or smog test, is a standardized vehicle test that measures the exhaust gas of different engine types and vehicles. When a certified station runs the test, you can see how much pollutant the car emits and whether it is relatively safe. The emission test measures

As calls grow to ban Russian oil imports, gasoline prices are pushing even higher above $4 per gallon, the highest price that American motorists have faced since July 2008. Prices at the pump had been rising long before Russia invaded Ukraine, and they have risen even faster since the war began. According to AAA, the

For many of us, taking care of our vehicles’ fluids is “out of sight, out of mind.” However, the fluid is critical to the smooth operation of your vehicle, and if something goes wrong with it, your vehicle may not be able to start or, worse, become unsafe to drive on the road. If you