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The Benefits of Regular Oil Changes for Your Car
Are you guilty of putting off oil changes? You’re not alone, but this essential car maintenance task is critical to keeping your vehicle running smoothly and preventing costly repairs down the line. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the benefits of regular oil changes and why you should take advantage of this vital task. What…
Read MoreSigns Your Vehicle’s Chassis is Damaged
If you suspect your car has any kind of frame damage, whether due to a minor collision or excess rust or something else, you need to take it to your trusted local auto-repair firm such as Mainstreme Automotive. They will inspect the vehicle and let you know whether car chassis repair is necessary and if…
Read More10 Tips for Improving Your Vehicle’s Fuel Economy
With fuel prices the way they are, any simple action that directly increases a car’s fuel economy is a big help. Here are our 10 basic suggestions for how to improve your mileage and save some money in the process. Tip 1: Plan Your Route Better fuel economy comes with better planning. Try to combine…
Read MoreWhy is My Car Overheating?
If your vehicle is overheating, you’ve got a serious problem. Continuing to drive it could cause temporary or even permanent damage to the car. The safest course of action is to promptly take it (or have it transported, if things seem really bad) to your friendly local auto repair firm. As with all motoring issues,…
Read MoreA Basic Guide to Engine Oils
While most of us prefer to leave oil changes and oil filter changes to the professionals, not to mention fixing any problems involving engine oil leaks, it’s still useful to know about the different types of oils that are so important for protecting our car engines and keeping them running smoothly on a daily basis.…
Read MoreGetting the Most from Your Car Aircon
At Mainstreme Automotive, we can handle all types of repairs, including servicing vehicle air conditioning systems. Most experts recommend you get your car aircon serviced at least once per year. In the meantime, there are a number of things you can do to ensure you get the best performance from it while putting least strain…
Read MoreBrake Pad Replacement: What You Need to Know
The braking system is obviously one of the most important systems of your car, which makes brake pads one of the most important limited-lifespan parts. Well-maintained brakes are needed to keep you, your passengers, your fellow motorists, cyclists and pedestrians safe on our roads – that’s a lot of responsibility! How do Brake Pads Work?…
Read MoreHow to Tell When You Have a Faulty Alternator
If you think your vehicle has a faulty alternator, it’s time to visit your trusted local mechanic. Since the alternator is the device that charges the battery and powers crucial systems such as the displays, lights, windows, wipers, etc., it’s definitely not something you can delay replacing. But how can you tell when your alternator…
Read MoreWhen to Repair a Crashed Vehicle and when to Replace
Let us start by saying that the best source of advice when you’re not sure whether to fix or replace a car after an auto accident is your trusted local auto repairs firm. At Mainstreme Automotive, we’re happy to give customers the benefit of our knowledge and experience in terms of what mechanical work would…
Read MoreYour Guide to Towing Services
Tow trucks are one of society’s little lifesavers. If your vehicle has been in an accident, has broken down, is stuck (e.g. in mud), is behaving dangerously, has unexpectedly run out of fuel or simply needs to be moved somewhere but isn’t currently legal to drive, one call to a towing service will usually get…
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