The transmission system is a key component of your car. Excess heat can damage the transmission on your vehicle. Below is a guide to some preventable measures which will help to prevent your car's transmission from overheating. Common causes of overheating include: Overloading your vehicle Towing another vehicle Driving over steep terrain And here are some preventative measures you can take. Install a Higher Capacity Oil Pan Oil helps to remove heat from the transmission system. [Read More]

Your car's transmission is probably the most complex system in the whole vehicle and comes under the most pressure. Not surprisingly, therefore, it can cause issues over time, especially if you haven't kept up with the overall maintenance schedule. Because the transmission system is made up of so many different components it can be challenging to determine where that strange sound is coming from and what part actually needs attention. How can you start to figure out what's going wrong? [Read More]

If you've noticed a strange smell when you are in or around your car, you will likely be worried that something is wrong. While you look up the number for your mechanic, it helps to gather some information in order to help them pinpoint the issue. What should you suspect with these different types of smell? Sweet If you notice a very "sweet" smell, this could be caused by one of these issues. [Read More]

Hiring a ute is a great option if you need to move a piece of furniture, some building supplies or anything else. However, while you have the ute, you want to make sure that you don't damage it. Wondering what steps you should take? Check out these ideas: 1. Note damage before hiring the ute. Before taking a hired ute, look it over carefully for damage. That includes anything from a dented bumper to scratches in the bed. [Read More]