Posted on 9/10/2026

If you’ve noticed that it seems to cost more to fill up your vehicle, change your oil, or repair your car than it did a few years ago, you’re not imagining it. As an auto repair shop, we see the effects of rising costs every day—not only in what our customers pay to maintain their vehicles, but also in the cost of the parts, supplies, oil, and equipment we need to keep vehicles on the road. From the price of fuel to the price of a new vehicle, the cost of transportation has changed significantly, and it has many drivers asking an important question: Is it better to keep maintaining the vehicle I have or replace it with something newer?The Cost of Fuel Affects More Than Your Trip to the Gas Station The price of gasoline is one of the most noticeable costs of owning a vehicle. Fuel prices can change based on crude oil prices, refining costs, supply and demand, transportation, taxes, and other market conditions. When fuel prices increa ... read more
Posted on 2/18/2026

Why Your Car Clicks but Won’t Start Few things are more frustrating than turning your key (or pushing your start button) and hearing… click… click… click… but nothing else happens. If your car is clicking but won’t start, don’t panic — this is one of the most common issues drivers face, and in most cases, it’s something that can be fixed quickly. What Causes the Clicking Sound? A rapid clicking noise when trying to start your car is often a warning sign that something in your starting system isn’t working correctly. Here are the most common causes: Dead or Weak Battery Your battery provides the power needed to start the engine. If it’s low or failing, the starter won’t get enough juice to turn the engine over, resulting in a clicking sound. Corroded or Loose Battery Ter ... read more