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New Service: Save Money and Car Anxiety with our VID Membership!

Girls Auto Clinic

If you know me and heard my auto airhead stories, have attended a workshop or read my book, you know how much I emphasis the importance of keeping up with your maintenance and how to avoid costly repairs, janky mechanics, and unexpected breakdowns on your car. I hated the experience and not surprisingly had a bad relationship with my car.

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Beat Inflation with a VID Membership

Girls Auto Clinic

Memberships are here to stay even with the increasing costs of oil and car repairs. Save money and treat your car well. No more up-charges or up-sells at your oil changes. Memberships help support a woman-owned business that educates, hires, and pays women to work on cars! Support your local girl gang.

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What to Look For When Choosing a Trusted MOT-Accredited Test Centre

Auto Service World

While regular maintenance keeps your car safe and efficiently running, an annual MOT test plays a core component in this. Essentially for drivers in the UK, the test reassures that road safety and environmental standards concerning vehicles are met. Why Is an MOT Test Important?

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Signs of Catalytic Converter Issues

Alex's Autohaus

Your cars catalytic converter is an essential part of its exhaust system, playing a crucial role in reducing harmful emissions and keeping your engine running smoothly. Modern cars are equipped with onboard diagnostic systems that monitor various parts of the engine and exhaust system, including the catalytic converter.

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BMW G-Chassis 3-Series Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Issues EGR valves redirect some exhaust gasses back through the intake side of the motor, allowing the harmful emissions to combust again, reducing the overall pollutant output of the motor. In addition to failing emissions tests, a failed EGR valve can impact the way your engine runs.

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Diesel Particulate Filter Replacement Cost (+ Is It Urgent?)

RepairSmith

Factors Affecting Cost The price for replacing a DPF can vary based on local labor costs as well as the make and model of your car. A blocked diesel particulate filter leads to increased emissions that can cause vehicle owners to fail an emissions test. Is It Worth Replacing a Clogged DPF ? Absolutely!

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How to Perform an Engine Air Filter Replacement (+ Costs)

RepairSmith

Here’s how they’ll replace an old filter: Step 1: Park the Car Your mechanic will park the car on level ground, apply the parking brake , and turn off the ignition. In older cars with carburetors, the filter can be found under a large, round cover. Then, they’ll lift and secure the bonnet with the prop rod. Have more questions?