Auto repair tips

Why Timing Belt Replacement is Critical for Your Vehicle

When it comes to keeping your vehicle running smoothly, few components are as vital yet as overlooked as the timing belt. This essential engine part often operates out of sight and mind until it fails—and by then, the damage can be extensive and costly. At A&J Automotive, we emphasize the importance of proactive vehicle maintenance, […]

How to Check Your Oil

What to Look For As the lifeblood of your vehicle’s engine, it’s important for you to ensure your vehicle is filled with clean motor oil. Like the other components found in your car, motor oil can wear over time and if left unchecked, can cause serious damage to the engine once it’s dirty. That’s why […]

How to Determine If Your Radiator Should Be Replaced

It is important that an individual can recognize if there may be a problem with his or her vehicle, which can save time and money if a repair needs to be made. A radiator is an integral part of a vehicle that helps it run smoothly. With the right maintenance, it should run without problems […]

Worn Gaskets: The Cheap Problem That Costs a Fortune

Most drivers are familiar with the most common problems in their cars. They change the oil on a regular schedule and have their vehicle examined by a professional for common problems of wear and tear. But there is one very common problem which can quickly lead to fatal damage to any car: worn gaskets. Throughout […]

How Old Gasoline is a Threat to Your Car Engine

Gasoline represents one of the most convenient forms of fuel for automobiles. Other methods of fueling a car such as charging an electric car’s battery can take hours, where refueling a gasoline-using car takes but a few minutes.The problem is that gasoline can be incredibly harmful to your automobile when it breaks down. It can […]

How Can You Spot a Power Steering Problem?

The ability to steer your vehicle comfortably on the road is an essential part of automobile safety. Power steering enables this by making it significantly easier for you to steer your car especially in emergency situations. The enhanced maneuverability power steering provides makes it essential for smooth and safe drives. The problem is that many […]

How Engine Lubrication Protects Your Vehicle

Today consumers face a dizzying array of automotive products designed to help maintain engines in great condition. Remembering to schedule regular service checks for your vehicle remains one of the easiest, yet most basic, ways to help extend the lifespan of an engine. Why Engines Require Regular Oil Owners usually realize that they must regularly […]

Can Your Car Last Another Year?

Have you checked out the price of new vehicles at Raleigh car dealers? Ouch! Add financing and insurance and – well a new ride may not seem so attractive. A lot of Raleigh, North Carolina folks are hoping to make their cars last a lot longer. Fortunately, with the current state of automotive engineering and […]