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Auto servicing for mums

I need to have my car working so that I can get the kids to school each day, to soccer practise and swimming training, and to all of those playdates. I don't have much spare time, and even when the kids are in school, I still have my toddler to look after. Luckily, my local car service place has a really good play corner set up so that we can have some fun while waiting for the car to be serviced. I almost wish we could go back just for a break some days! This blog is all about finding time to get the car serviced when you have young kids and a busy life.

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Signs You Need to Visit a Mechanic

Posted on March 21, 2018

There are some obvious signs that your car needs to be taken to an auto mechanic shop, including extreme pulling or other difficulties steering the vehicle, lack of braking power, struggling to turn over the engine, and so on. However, many signs of needed repair are not that obvious; note a few of them here, so you know when to take your car to the shop and what it might need by way of fixes or replacement parts. [Read More]

What Makes a Good Car Repair Manual?

Posted on February 21, 2018

If you would like to perform DIY repairs on your car, having the right car repair manual is essential. But before you invest in a car repair manual, you should know that not all auto repair manuals sold out there are the same.  Here are some critical features to look out for when you are looking for a repair manual for your car: Model-specific content As the number of car makers joining the auto manufacturing industry across the world continues to increase, the number of car types, makes and models available on the auto market also rises. [Read More]

Tips for Replacing the Water Pump in a Japanese Truck

Posted on January 23, 2018

Japanese trucks have a great reputation for being durable and lasting a long time, but occasionally, even these trucks need a repair. If your water pump is not working or if it has a large leak, you may want to replace it. Here are some tips to help you replace that part. 1. Start With a Cooling System Flush Before you get started with this repair, you should flush out your cooling system. [Read More]

3 ways to identify a reliable mechanic

Posted on January 5, 2018

Your car is a crucial part of your everyday life, it gets you from A to B, makes running errands a simple task, and for many people, driving their car is something they really enjoy, especially if they've invested a lot of money and time into it. Unfortunately however, cars are not always as reliable as we would like them to be, and car servicing can quickly add up to thousands of dollars extra per year. [Read More]