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Regular service is important for keeping your car running well. You need to take your car in for routine services, like oil changes and tire rotations. You also need to visit the service center if your car is showing any signs of damage, such as making strange noises. In a way, this is just like seeing your doctor. Oil changes re preventative care, like vaccines. Repair appointments are like sick visits. This blog is dedicated to auto services, otherwise known as car doctors. We think the work they do is awesome, and we want you, our readers, to learn more about this work.

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How to Change Your Own Motor Oil
If you feel like saving some money by changing your vehicle's motor oil on your own, here is what you need to know to get this job done.  Tools and Materials Thankfully, there are only a few things that you need to change your own motor oil. An oil change pan will be necessary to catch the oil, which can be reused for future oil changes. You'll also need a ratchet, funnel, plastic bag, paper towels, and some rubber gloves if you want to stay clean.

Why You Shouldn't Wait To Have Brake Repairs Done To Your Semi-Truck
If you are a semi-truck owner, it's important to stay on top of proper semi-truck maintenance and repairs. For example, if your brakes are worn out or damaged, it is critical to have brakes done at a semi-truck repair shop. In fact, it is important to have this done as soon as possible. These are some of the reasons that you shouldn't wait to have brake repairs done to your truck.

Signs You Need To Have Your Brakes Checked Before They Fail Completely
There are a number of signs that it's time to get your brakes checked before your brake system stops working completely. Brakes can last anywhere from 25,000 to 65,000 miles, making it difficult to determine when you need new brakes from mileage alone. How often you brake while driving will have a direct impact on how quickly you need to have new brake pads installed. If your car veers to one side, or your brake pedal vibrates when you press down on it, you probably need to have your brakes serviced.

3 Signs You Should Replace Your Tires Early
When you buy your tires, they usually come with an expected lifespan from the manufacturer. While the relative longevity of modern tires can be comforting, you shouldn't take it for granted. Tire lifespan can vary greatly depending on road conditions and driver habits. If your tires are more than a couple of years old, then you may need to start watching out for the warning signs of replacement. These three indicators will tell you that it may be time to buy a new set from a tire shop, even if you think your current tires have many more miles to go.

Don't Forget To Clean Your Car's Carpet
When you decide to detail your car and clean out the inside, you don't want to forget to clean the carpet. Cleaning the carpet in your car will be a good way to make sure your car looks nice and clean and smells really nice. You may think that it's difficult to clean the carpeting in your car, but it is actually pretty easy.  Vacuum Before you do anything, you want to make sure that you vacuum out your car.

Different Tires For Different Needs
When you know you need new tires, you want to be sure you put the best tires on your car. This doesn't mean simply choosing to go with high-quality tires, but it also means choosing ones that will handle well and stand up to the type of driving you'll be doing in the areas where you will be doing that driving in. Here are some of the different scenarios to consider in order to make sure you end up with the right tires.

Tip For Replacing Your Vehicle's Battery
Are you located in a hot region that causes the lifespan of your vehicle's battery to be shorter than expected? If so, you'll want to know how to replace the battery on your own. Here are some tips that will help you get through it. Test the Battery Take your vehicle to a local auto parts retailer if you have doubts about the performance of your battery. They'll be able to hook it up to a testing device to tell you the vital stats.