Your engine makes noise while it operates. With so many moving components working together to produce the power needed to move your car, engine noise is inevitable. That being said, you may be driving one day and hear a new sound, one you haven’t heard before. An audible tick from the engine bay can be […]
You get used to the noises your car makes every day, so when you hear a new clunk, thud, or click it can be concerning. Other than noise from the engine running and transmission shifting, the majority of the “regular” noises you hear come from the wheels and suspension, the components of your car that […]
Maybe you see some white smoke coming out of the tailpipe while you drive, or maybe your car feels a bit sluggish or under powered. You bring your car to a repair shop and the service advisor says you have a blown head gasket. Most people know the head gasket is an important component in […]
You get in your car in the middle of the summer, turn it on and leave your house. The air conditioning has been on for a few minutes, but it is still not blowing cold. You roll your windows down, but by the time you get to your destination, you are covered in sweat. Dealing […]
As your engine runs, the exhaust gases and noise from combustion are routed through an exhaust system. The exhaust system safely routes toxic gas to the rear of the vehicle, away from the passengers and driver. It also muffles the noise of your engine operating and helps control emissions through the use of catalytic converters. […]