by Mark S. Taylor | Jan 6, 2026 | Maintenance
A brake fluid leak is very dangerous. It can stop your car from braking. Your brakes use fluid to push the pads against the rotors. If fluid leaks out, you lose the pressure needed to stop. You might see puddles or feel a soft pedal. This guide shows you the exact...
by Mark S. Taylor | Jan 4, 2026 | Maintenance
The bumper is a hidden metal bar that protects you in a crash, while the bumper cover is the plastic shell you see on the outside. Did a body shop tell you that you need a new “bumper” but then quoted you for a “bumper cover”? It is confusing....
by Mark S. Taylor | Jan 4, 2026 | Maintenance
If your car won’t start with a new battery, the most common causes are loose or dirty terminal connections, a bad starter motor, or a failing alternator. You just bought a brand new battery. You hauled it home and installed it. You turn the key, expecting a...
by Mark S. Taylor | Jan 3, 2026 | Maintenance
Stuck in your driveway on a freezing morning? It’s a bad feeling. Your car won’t start in the cold. This is a very common problem. I have seen it for years as a mechanic. The cold makes weak parts fail. The main issue is often the battery. But it can be...
by Mark S. Taylor | Jan 3, 2026 | Maintenance
A bad lifter makes a fast, rhythmic ticking sound that matches engine speed. It can cause misfires, power loss, and eventually severe engine damage. Do you hear a loud “tick-tick-tick” from your engine? That is a scary sound. I have been a mechanic for...
by Mark S. Taylor | Jan 2, 2026 | Maintenance
Common rail is a modern electronic fuel system that is quiet and efficient, while traditional direct injection is an older mechanical system known for being loud but simple. Shopping for a diesel truck or just curious about your engine? You have likely heard the terms...
