What You Can Do to Avoid Major Vehicle Repairs How Does Vehicle Maintenance Save You Money? If you keep up with regular vehicle maintenance, it can save you money on long-term repairs. This is because catching small problems early on can prevent them from turning into bigger, more expensive problems down the road. It’s critical […]
Fuel Efficiency Especially with how volatile gas prices have been lately, fuel efficiency is something drivers must consider each day. Fuel efficiency–also known as gas mileage–is often a selling point for new cars and a pain point for drivers of older vehicles. As engine design improves, car manufacturers are able to squeeze more and more […]
Prevent a Frozen Battery Snowmen dressed up with buttons and scarves are cute. Frozen car batteries are not. It means that your car won’t start, leaving you stranded in bitterly cold weather and having to purchase another battery. Therefore, it is important to keep your battery checked to prevent freezing during cold weather. AutoStream Car […]
Spoiler Alert: Yes. In the past, there’s been some dispute over whether or not transmissions should be regularly serviced. Some authorities believed it was unnecessary and could actually harm the transmission’s normal function. Others saw no reason not to take extra care of the complex system for long term success. AutoStream Car Care Center is […]
Braking Tips Your vehicle’s braking system is the key to safe driving in all conditions. To keep it fully functional, you need quality parts. Brake repair can replace parts that eventually wear out so that you can always stop safely. But can you do more than just wait until the brakes wear out? The answer […]
6 Things You Can Do Replacing and repairing a transmission can be costly. That’s why it makes sense to do what you can to protect it and help it last longer. AutoStream Car Care Center in Ellicott City, Maryland can help you with that goal. Here are a few tips you can use to get […]
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 […]
As part of our commitment to serving drivers in Baltimore, Columbia, Ellicott City and Woodstock, AutoStream Car Care Center wants our customers to be fully prepared for their car’s needs. That means knowing what signs of trouble to look out for and when it’s time for a visit to the auto shop. Transmission issues can […]
The thrill of the driving experience is in the engine. There’s just something sensational about the power that comes from putting your foot down. No doubt, the gas pedal’s neighbor gets a lot less credit for a car’s performance. But when it comes to daily driving, your brakes have a pretty big job. We don’t […]
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 […]
