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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.
Caring for a Car That Sits: Seldom-Driven Vehicle Tips
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?
Transfer cases and extra differentials each have their own fluid that needs changing. Neglecting them can be an expensive mistake.