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How to Not Get Overcharged by a Mechanic

My husband took his car into our mechanic this morning to get enough work done to require a loaner car for the day and an estimate well over $1,000. “I’ll tell them not to change the cabin air filter,” he reassured me. “I can do that one myself.” Now if only he could install and align his own tires, change a serpentine belt and perform our state’s emissions test, we could really save some bucks.

How Much Does an Oil Change Cost?

How much does an oil change cost? Read on to learn about factors that may influence oil change cost and frequency.

DIY Auto Detailing

We love all things cleaning here at Central Vacuum Stores, and that includes proper auto care. So to help you navigate the world of do-it-yourself car detailing, we put together this extra-handy in…

Four Mechanic Questions You Should Ask When Your Car Is in the Shop

Here are four mechanic questions you should ask when your car is in the shop, whether you're a car expert or a novice looking to stretch a dollar.

What a Mechanic Wishes You Would Stop Doing

With Car Care Month coming to a close, we spoke with an automotive technician to get answers to some of your biggest mechanic/car concerns for the upcoming summer driving season, as well as some do's and don'ts for your car!

6 Tips to Renting the Right Limousine

A limo ride is a luxury everyone should experience at least once in their lives. Here’s how to stretch your dollar in a stretch limousine.

Know How to Recognize an Accurate Auto Repair Estimate

Driving a motor vehicle in the United States is a fact of every day life for almost all of us. We depend on our vehicles to get us to work and home, take...

Neighbor discussion: “Looking for Automotive Mechanic for a busy repair shop...”

Looking for Automotive Mechanic for a busy repair shop...

Cheap Car Care That Pays Off Big Down the Road

With a little TLC, today’s vehicles can easily last for 200,000 miles. Here are our top seven tips for keeping your auto humming.

Auto Repairs Lacey and WA Can Trust

For auto repairs in Lacey WA and Olympia, Thurston County Transmission has you covered. Be sure to check out all of our certified automotive services!

How to Figure Out What's Wrong With Your Car

10 Ways To Make Mechanics Love You

Everybody enjoys being loved. No one enjoys having their car worked on. We've come up with some ways to get mechanics to love it when you're their customer.

Vehicle Maintenance Tips to Save You Money

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Car checklist: How to avoid costly mechanic bills

You can’t just rely on your scheduled services to keep your car in tip-top condition. Isaac Bober at Practical Motoring brings you the essential checklist for car maintenance.

6 Signs How to Know When Brake Pads Need to Be Replaced

Because brakes are hidden under the car and behind the wheels, many drivers don’t give them too much thought until all of a sudden they realize they are having trouble stopping on that proverbial dime! They may then realize that they have neglected taking care of one of the most crucial systems of t...

Women driving auto industry, from design to dealerships

The auto industry has come a long way in designing and selling cars to women, who buy the most cars and influence the vast majority of purchases.

5 Inexpensive Ways to Extend the Life of Your Car

With the shortage of automobiles, people are trying to hang onto their current cars longer. Here are 5 ways you can extend the life of your car.