Gene’s Car Tips
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Caution: Be Careful With DIY Auto Repairs—Here Are Some Potential Pitfalls
At Certified Automotive Specialists, we understand why Glendora drivers may want to handle certain vehicle projects themselves. There is satisfaction in solving a problem, learning how a vehicle works, and potentially reducing an immediate expense. The challenge is that today’s vehicles are increasingly complex. What starts as a straightforward project can involve hidden safety concerns,… -
The Hidden Cost of Skipping Oil Changes: How a Small Delay Can Lead to Major Engine Damage
An Oil Change Does Much More Than Replace Dirty Oil It is easy to think of an oil change as one of the simplest items on a maintenance checklist. In reality, fresh motor oil plays a major role in protecting the engine every time the vehicle is started. At Certified Automotive Specialists, we help Glendora… -
The Dealership Myth: Can an Independent Shop Perform Factory Scheduled Maintenance?
Your Warranty Does Not Automatically Tie You to the Dealership Many drivers assume that purchasing a new car means returning to the dealership for every oil change, inspection, and mileage-based service until the warranty expires. That belief can make routine auto care feel more restrictive than it actually is. At Certified Automotive Specialists, we help… -
IS IT TIME FOR A NEW VEHICLE?
Here are the main signs and considerations to help you decide when it’s time for a new vehicle. 1. Frequent and Costly Repairs If your car is spending more time in the shop than on the road, it might be time for a replacement. A good rule of thumb is to consider a new car if… -
Does Your Auto Repair Shop Have Insurance in Case They Cause Accidental Damage to Your Vehicle?
Ever wonder how certain automotive repair shops have amazingly low prices? Here is an email I am sharing with you from a person who used a shop just like that: Hello, We need help please! On Saturday my brother took his car to this mechanic’s shop. They put the car on an above ground hoist… -
Signs Your Transmission Is Slipping
Your transmission plays a critical role in how your vehicle drives. It controls how engine power is delivered to the wheels, allowing your car to shift smoothly through different speeds. When something interrupts that process, the driving experience changes quickly. At Certified Automotive Specialist in Glendora, we often explain that transmission problems rarely appear overnight…. -
Beware of Counterfeit Automotive Parts
How Can You Tell Its Counterfeit? – The packaging is usually cheap and has improper branding such as misspelled words. – The price is incredibly low. The Dangers of Counterfeit Parts! – Counterfeit parts don’t meet safety regulations. – Those regulations are necessary to keep us safe as we drive. – When brake pads, airbags… -
How’s Your Air Conditioner?
Freon- Cars use smaller components these days and can only hold half the amount of Freon as they used to. This means the Freon levels need to be checked more often; approximately every two to three years. If your a/c is running cool instead of cold, it is definitely time for a checkup. All components… -
April Is National Car Care Month
AAA reminds us that this is National Car Care month. This happens in April and again in October. The reason they feel the need to spend money on advertising the importance of car care is because so many consumers don’t take care of their vehicles properly. Neglect of this kind causes accidents, expensive breakdowns, pollution,… -
What Causes A Car To Overheat?
There are many reasons a car can overheat. Here is a list we hope you find helpful. A service center will test these components and systems to determine the issue and the cost to repair. Some tests are easy and some not. Some shops will have a fee for the time-consuming testing, so please make…
