Reading Auto Repair

Driving is a complex endeavor, partially due to the inability to detect any unpredictable obstacles in a road environment. As a driver, controlling the aspects of your role in these situations is your responsibility. A ride can be so smooth, bumpy, or even shaky depending on various factors. The reasons wholly depend on the shape of your vehicle or environmental factors. Some issues can get out of control when driving. Below are some effective tips to curb that bumpy or shaky drive and assist in ensuring your driving experience is safe and hassle-free. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Environmental contributors are out of your control, so it is important your vehicle is prepared to handle the factors that may come your way and your driving remains defensive. Weather related contributors to difficult drives can include snow, mist, and fog due to the visibility issues these contributors compromise. With mist and fog, the likelihood you will miss avoiding a pothole or roadblock increases. Snow, on ... read more

According to the National Transportation Safety Board report, around 33,000 accidents occur due to tire repair damage. Based off this stat, it is clear that proper maintenance of tires is essential for not only your vehicle’s safety but the safety of those on the road as well. There are various factors that can affect your tires and their performance, but the primary causes for this type of repair need is sidewall and alignment damage. In this article, we will focus on sidewall especially as it is the most prominent cause for repair as well as ways maintain and assess the status of your vehicle’s tires. Overload When there is too much weight in your vehicle, it is susceptible to an overload blowout. When a vehicle is overloaded, the tires can overheat and explode. Although this problem is more common with larger vehicles like an SUV or truck, overload to the point of causing damaging can still occur if your vehicle is carrying a lot of weight for its weight and is exp ... read more