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Cayenne Goes With the Flow (MAF Sensor Replacement)

Hi Cayenne here. A driver brought her vehicle into the shop the other day and told us she was getting lousy fuel economy and that the engine was running rough.  Plus, the Check Engine light was ...
Published on: Aug 09, 2026

Smooth Operator

We’re used to bringing a vehicle to a stop and hardly noticing the engine’s even running when we’re sitting still.  But sometimes you might notice it running rough when you&rsqu...
Published on: Jul 26, 2026

Not-So-Common Sense (Sensor Failures) Has Video

So your vehicle won't start.  What's the first thing that comes to mind?  Battery dead? Starter motor worn out? Out of gas?  Well, those are all reasons that make sense.  But your ...
Published on: Jul 05, 2026

In a Fog (Fogged Windows in Cold Weather) Has Video

It's bad enough in cold weather when ice and snow block your visibility.  Add to that fog on the inside of your windows and you could be driving blind.  So here are a few tips on how to keep...
Published on: Apr 19, 2026

I Had No Idea! (Four Things You Didn't Know About Vehicles) Has Video

Bet you didn't know: Some of the earliest rearview mirrors were marketed as "Cop Spotters" so drivers would know when police were following them. Who wants a ticket, anyway? According to eBay Motors,...
Published on: Jan 04, 2026

In the Red (Why a Vehicle Overheats)

Heat is one thing that can damage a vehicle, especially if a problem isn’t taken care of soon.  Be on the lookout for signs that it’s getting too hot in some parts of your vehicle, st...
Published on: Dec 21, 2025

BRANDY TAKES ON THE IMPORTANCE OF VISIBILITY (Cleaning Vehicle Glass) Has Video

Hi all, Brandy here and you know there is nothing worse than not getting a clear picture.  You know what I mean.  We've all been through it. The vehicle ahead of us kicks up mud, slush, sno...
Published on: Nov 02, 2025

Going (Lug) Nuts (Lug Nut Replacement)

Here's a part of your vehicle you probably don't think about much: lug nuts.  They're what fasten your wheels onto your axles.  Pretty important, right? In order to take the wheels off your ...
Published on: Sep 21, 2025