The shortest answer we can give, yes! However, there is more to having a safety check at a repair shop that you should know before making an appointment that can save you some money in the long run. So, if you’re interested in saving a few dollars, here’s an idea: do a quick safety inspection […]
Auto Maintenance
Top 5 Ways to Maintain Healthy Tires
We all know that if you do not have sturdy tires you won’t be able to drive anywhere safely. Your tires are the foundation between your car and the road. But if you do not take care of your tires you might find yourself on the side of the road with a flat – or […]
Why Is My Car Drifting To The Side?
Theoretically, all four wheels should be vertical to the ground and parallel to one other, right? However, when the vehicle starts pulling to one side – or after a hard impact with a curb – most drivers suspect that the wheels might be out of alignment. Let’s take a few minutes to see if you […]
4 Key Transmission Preventative Maintenance Tips
This is when we, at Chapman Auto Repair, suggest that you know more about your vehicle. Depending on the type of vehicle you drive and its age, transmission repairs can be costly. Sometimes it is impossible to avoid having a transmission repair specialist service your vehicle particularly if you are subjected to a total breakdown. […]
Leaving Suspension Issues As-Is Can Be Dangerous
Suspension systems vary by model, as well as by the type of car, truck, or SUV that a person owns. They tend to consist of items such as linkages, springs, shocks, and tires. Sometimes, people also have to deal with struts. When these products wear out and deteriorate with age, the owner often discovers that […]
Does My Car’s Brake System Need An Overhaul?
Stopping is an important part of the whole driving process. When a driver presses on the brake pedal with their foot, the auto is supposed to slow down and come to a complete stop if necessary. Rotors, pads, calipers, master cylinders, and more work together cohesively to accomplish the feat. However, when one of those […]
Why Do My Headlights Seem So Dull?
Everybody has seen them, those unsightly headlight lenses on cars. Over time, it is not uncommon for the surface to change from clear to yellow, foggy, and blurry. Why does this happen? Well, the UV coating on the plastic deteriorates, which allows the sun to wreak havoc on the unit. The high temperatures and harmful […]
Reliable Scheduled Maintenance Service Close To Home
A lot of folks take their vehicles for granted. They don’t keep cars, trucks, or SUVs maintained. Yet, they still expect the autos to continue running well and scoot down the road in a hurry. However, people that have owned vehicles for years and years, sometimes even the same car, know that scheduled maintenance is […]