Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the vehicle. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Martel Automotive Service Inc in Belleview, FL is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.
How long have you been driving? Most people say since they were sixteen years old or even younger. Driving for that long will obviously improve anyone’s driving, but there will always be room for improvement. Whether that’s getting rid of distractions or simply changing how you drive, here are some tips that are sure to better your driving.
Manual transmissions have been around for a long time and if you have ever driven a manual you know how exciting they can be. Manual transmissions have also been referred to as standard transmissions, stick shifts, manual gearbox, or a simple gearbox. No matter what you call it, manual transmissions are fun to drive, better on fuel, reliable, and somewhat safer. So what do you know about manual transmissions; where did they come from, and how do they work? Martel Automotive Service Inc in Belleview, FL knows, and now you will too.
At Martel Automotive Service Inc in Belleview, FL, we know how easy it is to overlook vehicle maintenance when everything is working as it should - we also know firsthand the toll neglected maintenance takes on a vehicle. Here’s an easy thing you can do yourself, that might save you an engine, transmission, or avoid numerous other problems.
The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to ensure smooth, reliable operation. At Martel Automotive Service Inc in Belleview, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, creates a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.
As cars become more technologically advanced, the importance of your vehicle’s battery becomes more important. In the old days, a car battery essentially worked, or it didn’t; if it was good enough to start the car, it was good enough. Moderns vehicles are a different story. A faulty battery can cause a variety of issues, including engine codes, sensor failures, irregular transmission behavior, and the list goes on.
Battery failure often causes issues that are commonly misdiagnosed, and in the hands of the wrong auto repair shop, a mechanic may spend hundreds of your hard-earned dollars chasing problems that don’t exist. At Martel Automotive Service Inc in Belleview, FL, our mechanics are familiar with modern vehicles and the problems that accompany them.
Windshield wipers are one of those things that you never think about until you need them. From Martel Automotive Service Inc in Belleview, here’s a reminder to keep yours in good shape, so you’re ready when weather strikes.
Whether you drive a Chevy, Ram, or Ford diesel pickup, we have you covered. At Martel Automotive Service Inc in Belleview, FL, we can do it all - and a big part of that is done by employing ASE certified technicians.
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