Automotive repair and maintenance are crucial aspects of vehicle ownership that ensure the longevity, safety, and performance of your car. While they are often used interchangeably, they refer to different aspects of car care. Understanding these differences can help you keep your vehicle running smoothly and avoid costly repairs down the line.

When your dashboard lights-up with warnings or a strange noise comes from under the hood, it’s time to head into the mechanic. But if you haven’t been to an auto repair shop before or are looking for a new one, how do you find a good mechanic? Choosing a mechanic is a big decision with big implications for your budget, your peace of mind, and your safety. 

It’s a worse case scenario; you’re late for work and you hear the high, whining sound of a car that just won’t start. Your battery’s dead. Even if you’re not in this exact situation, a dead battery is not something any driver looks forward to handling.

If you have broken down on the highway and you are in a lane, stay in your car. Keep your seatbelt on and call 911 to request traffic assistance from police.

If you have not yet broken down, but are experiencing engine  trouble and believe you can make it to the next exit, turn on your emergency lights and carefully make your way off the highway and out of harm's way.

If 2020 has taught us anything so far, it's that anything can happen, so it's important to be prepared for everything. That includes driving, especially as we begin to resume our normal, busy lives. Do you have a plan if you find yourself in an unexpected emergency situation while on the road? Here are our top tips for creating one!