How Repairing Your Auto Glass Works When You Have Insurance

You should never drive around with a damaged windshield; the damage can quickly spread and can compromise your safety. Here is what you need to do in order to repair if you have comprehensive or windshield repair coverage on your vehicle. Windshield Coverage The first thing you need to do is determine if you have windshield coverage. Many insurance companies now offer windshield coverage that is separate from your comprehensive coverage. Read More 

Understanding Different Types Of Tire Wear

Tire wear occurs naturally over time as you use your vehicle and the rubber on your tires wears away. However, certain patterns of tire wear can represent problems with your vehicle, and can shorten the lifespan of your tires if left unchecked. Understanding what to look for when examining your tires can help you discover problems with your vehicle before they become serious. Center Wear If you notice that the middle of your tire is more worn than the sides, this is most likely caused by overinflated tires. Read More 

3 Signs Your Vehicle’s Brake System May Be Failing

Since the brake system of your vehicle is one of the most important systems of your car or truck, it is best to have the system inspected at the first sign of trouble. Here are a few indications that your vehicle's brake system may be failing: When you press the brake pedal of your vehicle, the car does not immediately stop. As the braking pressure in a vehicle declines, the efficiency of the system suffers. Read More 

Reasons Why Your Dealership Should Offer Extended Warranties

If you are the owner of a car dealership, you have a lot of different options to give customers value and help yourself make some money. One way to do this is to offer extended warranties. An extended warranty is the option for your customer to pay you upfront for services that they might need in the future. This is very helpful for many customers because it gives them the peace of mind that they need to know that any problems that they might have with their vehicle are going to be affordable to fix. Read More 

How To Repair An Aluminum Object By Brazing

Aluminum is a silver-white, soft, nonmagnetic, ductile metal called bauxite, and is the most abundant metal on Earth. Aluminum is used extensively in the aerospace, transportation, packaging, and building industries. As with any non-ferrous metal, aluminum objects can be manipulated and repaired with a torch. Aluminum melts at 1220º Fahrenheit (660º Celsius). In order to braze or solder aluminum, you will need to use an appropriate brazing material that melts at a lower temperature than the aluminum. Read More