yellow brakes on a vehicle - Brake Check & Auto Repair Services in San Marcos, Buda & Kyle, Tx

If you’ve got a car, you’ve already heard at least a little bit about brake fluid. Whether you live or what kind of car you drive, it’s probably something you’re aware of. But what exactly is brake fluid? And do you need it? Everything you need to know about the Wondrous World of Brake Fluid….

Smoke coming from a car's tailpipe

If you see smoke coming from your exhaust, you may panic and fear the car is on fire. However, this is not nearly as disastrous as it sounds. It often just means that the car is polluting faster than it can expel the exhaust out of the tailpipe. You may have heard horror stories about…

close up of spark plugs with yellow wires

Your car has an engine, and your engine is made up of many parts. One of these parts is the spark plug. You probably know that spark plugs create a spark in an engine so gas can travel through the cylinders and into the combustion chamber. When you turn on your machine, a small flame…

tire replacement with a jack

Having a spare tire is something that most motorists are accustomed to. It’s the idea of always being able to drive on the second set of wheels if your primary location needs repair. Spare tires are also a regular part of most motorists’ routines, but they can also pose some unique challenges. How long can…

car dash warning lights

The Hydraulic Antilock Brake System, commonly referred to as ABS, was designed to protect the driver from lockup. Higher speeds may cause loss of steering control and vehicle instability, thus necessitating a need for the ABS. What is an Anti-Lock Brake System? When a car stops, the anti-lock brake system pumps hydraulic fluid to the…

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