Southport Automotive Service Blog

Do I Need New Brake Rotors?

2019-07-30T07:10:46-07:00

Smaller maintenance jobs are something that everyone eventually has to have done on their car. Whether it’s an oil change or a fluid flush, it’s eventually all necessary. With your braking system however, the telling signs that you need new parts don’t always come at a mileage indicator -- it takes your eye to notice! [...]

Do I Need New Brake Rotors?2019-07-30T07:10:46-07:00

Why Are My Wheels Squeaking?

2018-07-11T11:52:53-07:00

Every once in a while, there are sounds that some people deem as normal, or they go away. For many car owners, this is a common occurrence that eventually gets shrugged off, however, can sometimes become a larger issue as time goes on. In many places, squeaking can be bad -- and most notable, inside [...]

Why Are My Wheels Squeaking?2018-07-11T11:52:53-07:00

Why Is My Engine Ticking?

2019-03-27T09:05:13-07:00

In a car, we treat the engine as if it’s the heart of the machine -- and rightfully so! The engine inside of a car acts as the driver of both power and comfort, and without it, we’d be going nowhere. And while many people expect the engine to last forever, that sometimes isn’t the [...]

Why Is My Engine Ticking?2019-03-27T09:05:13-07:00

What Mileage Service Indicators Do I Need To Know?

2018-06-27T13:06:08-07:00

Routine maintenance is something that, although many car owners will tell you they perform, actually goes ignored. Whether it’s something as simple as an oil change or tire rotation, you’d be surprised at how many times these simple tasks are ignored or overlooked. Instead of guessing when you need something done, we’ve created a short [...]

What Mileage Service Indicators Do I Need To Know?2018-06-27T13:06:08-07:00

How To Stop An Overheating Car

2018-06-19T07:45:32-07:00

We’ve all seen the car parked on the side of the road with what looks like smoke coming out of the engine bay -- and each time, we’re glad it isn’t us. For many, the thought of a car overheating isn’t something we consider to be a possibility; they’re not supposed to do that! However, [...]

How To Stop An Overheating Car2018-06-19T07:45:32-07:00

Best Cars For Summer Lovers

2019-01-31T13:04:55-07:00

As summer draws near, everyone is getting ancy in order to let their cars out and enjoy the nice weather. In addition to wanting to be outside more, new car sales are also on the rise! For many, this means grabbing the newest sports car or convertible and cruising to the beach. But for many, [...]

Best Cars For Summer Lovers2019-01-31T13:04:55-07:00

How To Transport Your Car On Trips & Moves

2018-07-17T09:25:20-07:00

People who are relocating need to know how to transport cars on trips/moves in a safe and economically sensible way — it’s a big piece of equipment! When moving, most people only think of furniture — however, this is not all there is to transport in a move, particularly when the move is cross-country or [...]

How To Transport Your Car On Trips & Moves2018-07-17T09:25:20-07:00

How Can I Tell If My Car Has A Vacuum Leak?

2019-07-30T07:08:31-07:00

Like the human body, a car has several interrelated parts, each of which affects the other. If one part of a car is problematic, the other parts of the car may not work efficiently. For example, if your car vacuum is not functioning properly, then it may negatively impact the heating and A/C vents, the [...]

How Can I Tell If My Car Has A Vacuum Leak?2019-07-30T07:08:31-07:00

Quick DIY Fixes You Can Do Yourself

2018-07-16T07:23:29-07:00

Automotive repair seems like one of those chores that should be left for the professionals. That is surely the case when you want your transmission or engine rebuilt, but if you only need to replace windshield wipers, change your alternator, or replace a fan belt, you have the skills needed to complete the task on [...]

Quick DIY Fixes You Can Do Yourself2018-07-16T07:23:29-07:00
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