Close-up of the underside of a car, showing an engine oil leak.

Your engine is the most important part of your vehicle, and oil is essential for your engine to run properly. If your engine leaks oil, it can cause all kinds of damage to your vehicle over time—not to mention the harm it can cause to the environment. Fortunately, if you know what to look for…

An SUV exiting our San Marcos auto service shop after receiving a tune up.

A lot of people understand that a car’s longevity is only going to last as long as you treat your car right. You can’t expect to make a car last if you never put oil in it. Similarly, when it comes to making sure you are getting the most utility out of your vehicle, you…

Auto mechanic holding a new spark plug for demonstration

Motor vehicles are a convenient, luxurious way of getting from place to place. Vehicles carry out this function by way of an engine. The engine converts heat energy into mechanical work, which pushes the wheels into motion. But how precisely does this happen, and what parts do this job? Engines are comprised of pistons that…

White SUV on suspension equipment in mechanic shop

There are several different odors that may indicate a problem with your engine or the inner workings of your car. You may find that you smell something that’s similar to burnt rubber, or something that smells like smoke. These two types of odors are indicative of problems within the car. Let’s take a look at…

mechanic working on car

In our previous article we discussed some common ways to prevent engine damage to your vehicle. Since this is one of the most expensive parts inside your vehicle, it’s important you should take every step available to you to prevent damage. We continue with some other common ways to prevent engine damage. There are a…

Mechanic performing vehicle maintenance - Auto Maintenance & Repair and Car Engine Diagnostic Services at Reliable Automotive in San Marcos, Tx

When it comes to car maintenance and problem prevention, there are plenty of things you can do that can help. From tire realignment, to checking brakes and oil levels, maintaining your vehicle doesn’t always have to be a big project. But when it comes to problems that prevent your car from running right like engine…

An SUV exiting our San Marcos auto service shop after receiving a tune up.

Owning a vehicle means more than just getting in and driving everyday. Many people are not aware of the importance of proper maintenance when it comes to their automobiles. Seasoned drivers know that the oil must be changed every few thousand miles, and that regular tune ups are essential. New drivers may need reminders, and…

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