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The Five-Minute Walkaround That Keeps Work Trucks Out of the Shop
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
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
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
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
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
Parts, labor, shop supplies, diagnostic time. Seeing these separated out is a good sign, because it means the shop is being transparent.