In spite of a few chilly days and gray skies, spring has finally settled in for Houston. Unfortunately, it’s not all good news which we can all attest to given the recent flooding we’ve experienced. April to June are always the rainiest months of the year, averaging a total of 14.1 inches of rain. No…
Spring is here! Don’t leave your car out of the mix as you change out your wardrobe and tidy up around the house. As we transition out of the colder months, it’s important to make sure that your car is in the right shape to take on the road trips, the rain and everything else…
Did you know that the average person spends over four years of their life inside their car? Since we spend so much time in our car, taking care of its interior is as important as regular maintenance. Whether it’s dust and dirt getting inside your A/C system, or mounds of clutter causing stress and confusion,…
As Houstonians, we’re used to the heat. From mid-March all the way through December, temperatures consistently range from 80-100 degrees, with plenty of rain and floods thrown in for good measure. But when winter finally arrives in Houston, it can become bitterly cold. Even without snow, the shift to colder weather has serious implications for…
When you’re planning your 2016 resolutions this year, don’t forget about a very special part of your life. This trusty companion is with you on all of your journey’s, faithfully protecting you from the weather, carrying you to where you need to be, and providing a fortress of solitude away from the world when you…
One of the earliest indications that something might be wrong with your car is an unusual noise. It’s important to listen carefully to your vehicle, because early detection of problems can help you address them before they become severe or dangerous. What do you need to be concerned about, and what can you afford to…
We rely on our vehicles for everything: commuting to work, running errands, dropping the kids off at school (or maybe hoping it will hold up to the challenges of a new teenage driver), family road trips, etc. Wouldn’t it be great if you could extend the life of your car, truck, or SUV to keep…
We know you want to get the most out of your vehicle, and with proper maintenance, your car or truck can run smoothly for years down the line. Everyone knows to come in for scheduled tire rotations, brake pad replacement and oil changes, but what about other engine maintenance procedures? The most common cause for…
In the years before World War II, “4 60 AC” meant driving at least 60 miles per hour with all four windows rolled down to stay cool. This changed in 1939, when Detroit’s Packard Motor Car Co., then a maker of luxury cars, introduced the first air-conditioned car with the cooling system installed in the…
Monitoring and replenishing fluids is one of the simplest and easiest maintenance checks you can do to keep your car, van or truck running smoothly. Each one serves a particular purpose, and needs to be checked and, in most cases, changed throughout the life of your vehicle. If you’ve never looked under the hood, now’s…