Losing Your Spark (Spark Plug Replacement)
May 29, 2022
When's the last time you thought about spark plugs? You probably don't remember. That's because spark plugs usually last a long time and don't need much attention. But they don't last forever, and when they start going bad, they'll send you a few clues. Vehicle is hard to start. Fuel economy ... More
The Red Menace (How to Deal with Rust)
May 22, 2022
Rust. It's worse if you drive in places that use salt on the roads in winter, or if you spend time driving near a body of salt water. But any vehicle has to deal with rust after years on the road. And it's not just that rust can eat away your vehicle's body and fenders. It can be a real probl... More
Bad Vibes (Disc brake rotor problems)
May 17, 2022
If you were to name the most important safety feature on your vehicle right now, what would your answer be? A lot of driving experts would agree that its your brakes. Most newer vehicles use a well-engineered and efficient style of brakes called disc brakes. The name disc brakes comes from one ... More
Defensive Driving in Jackson, Missouri
May 8, 2022
There was a man in the Jackson area who learned that most car accidents occur within a mile of home so he moved. (Just kidding!)When we think of defensive driving, we often focus on our local Missouri highway situations. The fact of the matter is we need to be just as careful close to home in ... More
Jackson Car Owners Ask: Why Do I Need to Change My Serpentine Belt?
May 1, 2022
Any Jackson driver who understands preventive maintenance knows that if it ain't broke, don't fix it is bad auto advice. Replacing a part before it breaks is much less costly for Jackson residents than repairing the engine damage that comes after a part breaks or fails. A good example of this is ... More