AUTOMOBILE101 BLOG

As a car owner, there are certain noises from your car you should not ignore, lets list and explain the noises you should never ignore from your car.  . Chirping or Squealing Sound From a Wheel While Driving A cyclic chirping or squealing noise coming from the vicinity of a wheel often indicates a wheel bearing or axle bearing that is failing. Usually the noise will change with the speed of the vehicle, and it may come and go at various speeds. This noise should not be ignored because if the bearing fails, it may cause the wheel to lockup or come loose from your car! Don't confuse wheel bearing noise with scraping, groaning or creaking noises that may be coming from the brakes. During damp weather, moisture causes the brake pads to swell slightly. This may cause the pads to drag slightly, creating annoying groaning or creaking noises until the pads heat up and dry out. A clicking noise from a front wheel that is only heard while turning usually indicates a bad outer con...

To maximize the life and performance of your vehicle, here is a list of items you should check depending on the time and season. Some of these parts of your vehicle should be checked regularly, and others only in the long run. Be sure to follow your vehicle’s maintenance schedule and service interval record. Caring for your car and keeping it in proper running order takes a little bit of effort, but you definitely don’t have to be a mechanical whiz to keep your vehicle running well. The biggest hurdle is being aware of what needs to be done—and how often—for optimal vehicle upkeep. By knowing the basics about what your car needs, and when you should perform routine car maintenance, you’ll ensure that your car is in top-running condition. As an added bonus, if you can prove that your vehicle has been well maintained, you’ll be able to top some more cash when it’s time to resell it. And, of course, it’s important to remember that car maintenance costs, while not always cheap, can ultimat...