A vehicle’s axle is comprised of a large bar, usually a steel transaxle or drive shaft, that connects the wheels to the steering system, engine and transmission. Power and torque are transferred from the engine and transmission, respectively, through the axle and to the drive wheels. While some axles are more complex – cars with […]

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Worried about those rust spots on your car? They’re obviously eyesores, but rust on a vehicle can also cause significant damage to your car’s chassis, body panels, frame, and sheet metal. So, having some trepidation about that unsightly car rust is appropriate. What Type of Damage Can Car Rust Cause? Like anything made of metal, […]

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Assaulted by a rogue rock, car windshields will chip or crack – this is just a part of driving – no matter how many preventative actions you’ve taken. But instead of visiting a local body shop to get your window chip fixed, you decide to do it at home with a DIY windscreen repair kit. […]

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Have you ever made a mistake because you got distracted while driving? Maybe you turned your attention to your car stereo and started drifting out of your lane. Or you were taking a bite out of your burger and didn’t see the other driver turn in front of you. Even though you know better, you […]

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According to the AAA, approximately 682,000 hit-and-run crashes have occurred each year since 2006. Considering a hit-and-run accident occurs every minute in the United States, it’s no surprise that Kansas City was host to an unfortunate hit-and-run that caused a double fatality in October. With such a terrible accident happening so close to home, we […]

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With the warm weather of spring and summer approaching, it’s more likely that you’ll be traveling with your canine companion for camping and road trips, as well as going to and from the park and running errands around town. When we think of car safety features, we often think of protecting humans in case of […]

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Once your car reaches that 100,000-mile mark, it can start falling apart, especially if you haven’t taken measures to regularly care for your vehicle. But hitting this milestone doesn’t mean you have to push your car into the scrapyard. In fact, with proper attention and general auto maintenance, your vehicle can last you another 100k […]

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Everyone tries to save money when buying auto parts, or paying to have their vehicle serviced and repaired. Then what’s the harm in taking a mechanic’s offering of cheap knock-off car parts? We’re here to give you the low-down on counterfeit parts, so you don’t make a poor decision when fixing your car. After all, […]

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Road rage seems to be ruling the streets of America lately, even here in typically calm Kansas City. While we’re all guilty of the occasional angry remark while driving, most of us keep our tempers under control. We accept that driving can be annoying at times, and we move on. However, more and more drivers […]

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