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Car Won’t Start But Lights Still Work – What’s Going On?

Picture this; you’re just about to head out to work, you climb into your car, turn on the ignition, and… nothing. Your lights and accessories seem to still be working for the most part, but the engine refuses to turn over. It’s a scenario you never want to have happen, but if you’re reading this … Read more

Symptoms of a Bad Ignition Coil & How to Fix It

Ignition coils are a vital part of your car’s ignition system, and if they happen to stop working, you’ll definitely notice it. Because your car’s ignition coils help your engine properly combust the air/fuel mixture in the cylinders, bad ignition coils will cause your engine to run abnormally. Luckily, it’s pretty easy to diagnose a bad … Read more

Why Your Car’s Transmission is Slipping & Fix

If your transmission has started slipping, you might be tempted to ignore it, especially if the slippage isn’t particularly severe. However, it’s never a good idea to ignore a slipping transmission.  A slipping transmission isn’t necessarily on the brink of failure, but going too long without repairing a slipping transmission can potentially cause bigger problems … Read more

What Does The Service Engine Soon Light In My Car Mean?

Cars and trucks have plenty of helpful warning lights on the dashboard. But, unfortunately, it’s not always clear what each of them means. One perfect example is the Service Engine Soon light. While the instructions might be clear, the reasons behind that light illuminating or flashing aren’t easy to understand. The precise meaning of the … Read more