How Often Should You Get Your Vehicle Aligned?
A longtime client of the shop,”George” recently sent us an email asking a question we hear all the time: How often should you get a wheel alignment? While this seems like a pretty standard question,...
View ArticleShould You Repair or Replace a Defective CV Axle?
CV, or constant velocity axles are a staple of virtually all but the most heavy duty vehicles. CV axles can be found in the drivetrains of front-wheel-drive cars, rear-wheel-drive cars, minivans,...
View ArticleWould Ball Joints Trigger a Check Engine Light?
This month’s reader question comes from Carol M., a middle school teacher in Grand Rapids, MI: “Recently, another shop told me I needed new ball joints on my 2005 Ford Explorer. After leaving the...
View ArticleWhy Spring is the Best Time to Get Your Alignment Checked
If you live in the State of Michigan or any northern state, you’re familiar with how road conditions change with the seasons. It’s an inconvenience we’ve just learned to adapt to. The biggest change...
View ArticleHow Often Should Shocks and Struts be Replaced?
The shocks and/or struts on your car or truck serve a vital function. Their primary purpose is to keep the tires on the road, especially when travelling over uneven terrain. Shocks and struts are...
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