Diesel Owners: Getting Your Truck Ready Before the Cold Arrives
October 15, 2026
Diesel engines need a little extra care before cold weather. What to check in October, from Home Town Auto Care in Franklin, TN.
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The Five-Minute Walkaround That Keeps Work Trucks Out of the Shop
October 12, 2026
A quick daily walkaround can catch small problems before they sideline a work vehicle. A simple checklist for Franklin businesses from Home Town Auto Care.
Catalytic Converter Theft: How to Protect Your Car on Longer Fall Nights
October 8, 2026
Catalytic converter theft can happen in minutes. Simple ways to protect your car or truck this fall, from Home Town Auto Care in Franklin, TN.
ABS Light On? What It Means and Whether Your Car Is Safe to Drive
October 5, 2026
The ABS warning light means your anti-lock brakes may not work in an emergency. Here’s what causes it and what to do, from Home Town Auto Care in Franklin, TN.
Steering Wheel Off-Center? Your Alignment Is Probably Telling You Something
October 1, 2026
A crooked steering wheel or a car that drifts usually means it needs an alignment. Signs to watch for, from Home Town Auto Care in Franklin, TN.
Keeping Your Warranty Valid at an Independent Shop
August 28, 2026
Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a manufacturer generally cannot void your warranty just because an independent shop did the work.
Understanding Your Repair Estimate: What Those Line Items Mean
August 21, 2026
Parts, labor, shop supplies, diagnostic time. Seeing these separated out is a good sign, because it means the shop is being transparent.
Caring for a Car That Sits: Seldom-Driven Vehicle Tips
August 13, 2026
A weekend car, a classic, a work truck used now and then. Vehicles that are rarely driven face their own set of challenges.
Does Your AWD or 4WD Need Special Service?
August 6, 2026
Transfer cases and extra differentials each have their own fluid that needs changing. Neglecting them can be an expensive mistake.
Differential and Driveline Service: The Maintenance Drivers Forget
July 27, 2026
Fresh fluid at the right intervals is inexpensive insurance for parts that are very expensive to replace.