So you opted to replace your old vehicle with a new one. Who can blame you – new tires, new breaks, that new-car smell, and best of all … no repair headaches.
Whether you purchased a brand-new car or a used…
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July 28, 2010
5 Signs That You Need Timing Belt Replacement
A broken timing belt is an incredibly common and annoying problem that can not only be frustrating, but can also be expensive. Unfortunately, it’s one of the most common reasons for people’s cars breaking down.
Getting Las Cruces timing belt replacement service…
July 26, 2010
Why Your Auto Technician Must Be ASE Certified
You’ve probably encountered the ASE logo at some point with your automobile. Look familiar? Ever wonder what it means? It stands for Automotive Service Excellence.
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence is a non-profit organization that takes the guesswork out…
July 23, 2010
How To Tell If You Need A Brake Fluid Flush
The other day we wrote a blog about the importance of brake fluid flushes. In it, we mentioned that not having your brake fluid flushed regularly can cause major damage to your brakes and can be very expensive to repair.
Since…
July 21, 2010
Are Brake Fluid Flushes Really Necessary?
Nobody wants to pay for services that they really don’t need. Unfortunately, since some dishonest mechanics have ruined it for everyone else, many people are skeptical about having certain services done.
One of those services is the brake fluid flush. We…
July 15, 2010
Brake Failure Prevents Car Theft
Just about everyone would agree that brake failure is never a good thing. It can be scary, and potentially cause major damage if the brakes fail while you’re driving.
However, a Pennsylvania car with brake problems turned out to be an…
July 13, 2010
The Right Way To Use Your Emergency Brake
The use of the emergency brake (also called the parking brake) is a subject of much argument among drivers.
With some people claiming that it should be used all the time, some saying that it should only be used on steep…
July 9, 2010
Going On A Road Trip? Inspect Your Car First
Check out these common vehicle issues before any road trip.
Nothing puts the breaks on a road trip quicker than having your vehicle break down in the middle of nowhere. Even if you’ve always maintained your car perfectly, there are certain…
July 8, 2010
Can Oil Color Tell You If Your Car Needs An Oil Change?
Why you don’t need an oil change just because your oil turns brown or black.
When you first pour oil into a vehicle it comes out a nice golden color. However, if you’ve ever checked your dipstick a few days later,…
June 4, 2010
Brake Masters Wants to Send You on Summer Road Trip!
Summer is here and the experts at Brake Masters want to help you get the most out of your vacation! We don’t just specialize in braking systems; we can also change your oil, service your transmission or cooling system, make…
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Brake Buddy's Auto Repair Blog is your resource center for the straight scoop about car repairs. We cover tips and best practices for auto repair do-it-yourselfers and those interested in getting the most out of their vehicles. Brake Buddy's Auto Repair Blog is owned and operated by Brake Masters, an auto repair center with 55 locations in Texas, Arizona, California, Nevada and New Mexico. Interested parties are invited to contribute to this blog. Send your contributions to BuddyBlog at BrakeMasters dot com.