Does It Need Oil? — AutoStream Car Care Center Your electric vehicle is very different from a traditional combustion model, so you may be wondering if it needs motor oil. Keep in mind that every vehicle–whether gasoline, diesel, hybrid, or all electric–needs preventive maintenance services and occasional repairs. Beyond that, the need for oil is […]
When You (and Your Hybrid Vehicle) Take a Vacation Whether you’re taking the trip of a lifetime or simply spending much more time at home, you might not need your hybrid vehicle much for a while. Is it safe to leave the batteries sitting that long? At AutoStream in Woodstock, Maryland, we’ll be glad to […]
What’s The Same & What’s Different Apples to Oranges We’ve all heard people talking about comparing apples and oranges, and that might be what comes to mind when you think about how you need to maintain your hybrid vehicle as compared to a traditional car. While there are some similarities, there are also plenty of […]
What are the Maintenance Costs? Many hybrid vehicle owners, or those interested in purchasing such a vehicle, are concerned about the costs associated with hybrid repair and maintenance. AutoStream Car Care Center in Woodstock, Maryland, has had a lot of experience with these vehicles and have compiled this list of six things every prospective and […]
What To Expect As A New Hybrid Owner AutoStream Car Care Center in Ellicott City, Maryland, understands hybrid repair. However, they also know that not every owner understands the differences between hybrid and standard vehicle repair and maintenance. Hybrids are unique in that they utilize a combination engine, switching between a gas-powered motor and an […]
Perks of Driving a Hybrid Are you considering a hybrid vehicle? There’s lots of reasons to make the transition to an energy efficient vehicle this year! As a certified hybrid repair shop, AutoStream Car Care Center in Baltimore, Maryland has you covered for any services your car might need. With our team on your side, […]
Are you the proud owner of a hybrid car? No matter what kind of hybrid vehicle you drive, you’ll want to be prepared for its common maintenance needs. Like standard vehicles, hybrids require regular reapair and service to maintain their peak performance. In addition to general maintenance services, however, hybrid drivers face a few other […]
Owning a hybrid vehicle has its perks and contrary to popular debate, simple maintenance is one of them! Nowadays, improved technology in hybrid batteries means long term maintenance is just as simple as for a standard vehicle. Hybrid drivers can follow these 3 steps to maintain their vehicles in Columbia, MD. Keep up with routine […]
Hybrid vehicles have come a long way since the Toyota Prius was first introduced worldwide in 2000. In addition to the traditional hybrid car there are now hybrid SUVs, hybrid trucks, plug-in hybrids, electric cars and E85 Ethanol vehicles that run on an 85% blend of ethanol and normal fuel. All of these options are […]
