With winter in full swing, now is the time to brush up on quick vehicle care tips during the winter season. Whether you are used to snowfall or new to driving on ice, we can help you with a refresher on ways to stay safe on winter roads.
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What is An Alternator?
Internal combustion engines are complex beasts. They run by burning fuels like gasoline or diesel, but they need electricity to do that. That's why every vehicle has a battery, but how does the battery stay charged? That's part of what the alternator does.
The alternator is an electric generator that is turned by a belt when the engine is running. The battery provides the initial voltage to start the engine, and then the alternator takes over. This is how your car recharges its battery continuously while it's running. The alternator provides electricity to the engine...
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What's Stopping You? Brake Pad Inspections and Safety
It is easy to take your braking system for granted. Many times each day you press on the brake pedal and have confidence that your brakes will stop you in time. However, one day they may not if you neglect to have your brake pads professionally inspected on a regular basis.
Your brakes will give you several signs if they need to be checked. If you have the feeling that it is taking longer for your car to stop than usual, you need to have your brake pads checked. Many cars have a sensor that will tell you when your…
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