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Take your imagination back to a time when one of your family members or friends was trapped in a situation of urgency in the middle of the road and could not get help from a passing motorist because he or she did not have the appropriate tools that could have helped. Or what if your friend has to wait inside the car in the middle of nowhere for an AG rescue vehicle to come looking for them and there is a blizzard outside – what would your friend do then? Now imagine yourself in the same scenario and try to think what you can do, or try to make a list of things you could have had with you that could have helped you during an emergency. Today, we are going to take a look at five things that you should always have in your car at all times in case of an emergency, as suggested by Auto Repair Doylestown experts . Read on to find out more. A flashlight - a beacon of hope A flashlight, in every sense, is perhaps the handiest and most helpful thing you can have in your car. It is the...

You’ve broken down and gotten the car to the shoulder. Now the multitude of emotions wash over you like an unexpected 6-foot wave, “I knew there was something wrong when I started out”. “I told Horatio to get this fixed”. “Where is MacGyver when I need him?”! After a few moments the indignation, (or panic), subsidies and you realize you have the answer in your hand. The next more manageable wave is often, “How long will it take for the tow truck to get here?”, “will it be one of the rogue Philadelphia tow truck drivers I saw on the news the other day?”, or, “will I also have to pay for a taxi….or maybe…. can I ride with the tow truck driver and save a few bucks”? Ahem takes over and now the smartphone search begins in earnest. If you’re in Bucks County some of the dread is likely mitigated. If Doylestown is within 15 miles; A&G Customs has been assisting motorists for years when unexpected ditch diving or motor-car breakdown happens. Considerations: Am I in a safe pla...

Do you have a lot of questions related to Doylestown auto repair services but don’t know where to find the answers? Check this list of FAQs we prepared based on our experience with thousands of customers, and thorough research. Note- These questions are in no particular order, but we have made a numbered list for easy access. 1) How do I know that my car needs repair or a tune up? The obvious sign is when your vehicle breaks down in the middle of the road and refuses to start. The signs that your car needs a tune-up may include decreased mileage; engine light turned on, or that your vehicle has passed a certain mileage (check your owner’s manual to know the limit after which you must take your car for a tune-up). Also, read a detailed post on signs that your vehicle needs repair. 2) If the 'check engine light' is on and I still drive my car, would I cause additional damage to it? Understand that the light comes on when one of the many electronic components and sens...

People could save a lot of money on unnecessary auto repairs, if only they had the basic knowledge about the working of our cars, and did regular maintenance. Auto repair service is a flourishing business in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. And like most other parts of the counter, people here are also less knowledgeable about the mechanics of their vehicles, and hence, they need an auto repair service to check their vehicle, whenever they run into some trouble. But, that doesn’t mean you have to go to a mechanic ONLY when there’s something wrong with your car. Regular maintenance and check-ups are also necessary to avoid many serious problems. So, how would you know when it’s time to get your car to a Doylestown auto repair expert for minor troubles? Our cars, these days, are like mini computers on wheels, and there are a whole lot of things that can go wrong and can negatively affect the performance, reliability, and safety of the vehicle. Hence, this post aims to aware and educate an...

Have you ever been scared about your beloved vehicle? You step into a garage, ask for an inspection, and in a second, you get a response that you shouldn’t drive it for another mile. The tires have failed, or the engine is about to collapse - we all have been through such scare tactics. All we wish is you didn’t give into them and stumbled across this post instead. It has everything that nobody will tell you about automotive car repair, especially your mechanic. 1. Don’t give into the scare tactics First and foremost, ignore those comments on how you shouldn’t drive another mile with your car. Your car worked pretty fine when it reached the garage. If it did, it could easily be driven to another garage. 2. If they’re not flaunting the license, they don’t have it It’s a solid statement and 90% of the times; it’s true. Any company that spent the resources on acquiring a license will always put it out in the best possible manner. It’s because not all automotive repair shops are ...

Read this post to know which automotive repair jobs are easy and safe for DIYs. You don’t always have to rush to an auto repair service when you run into some mechanical trouble with your vehicle. Some of them can be fixed by you. Here’s the list: 1. Spark plug replacement:   It’s the easiest job to do depending on how deeply the spark plugs are located in the vehicle. Yes, they differ but you can use the owner’s manual to know more about it. All you will need to do is open the bonnet, look for spark plug wires, remove them and then use a ratchet to remove the spark plug. Check it if it needs to be replaced (black material around the plug is a good enough sign) and place a new spark plug. Then put back the spark plug wires. Always change them one by one and I would recommend you to watch some how-to videos on YouTube regarding it if you’re attempting it for the first time. 2. Car battery replacement:   Yes, it’s a pretty easy task that you can learn with help of a few ...

Fall is at its peak, and the winds are getting colder day by day – it means that winter is on its way. You may have already started preparing your family and house for the next season, but, are you planning to prepare your car, too? Yes, your car! Like all other machines and appliances in your house, your car also needs to be prepared for the winter, so that it stays in best driving condition, throughout the season. Don’t panic! You don’t need to be an automobile expert to keep your vehicle well maintained. You just need to perform routine inspections, especially before the first frost. Depending on the place where you live, months of October and November are usually the best time to winterize your car. The weather is not that harsh during this period, and any possible a utomotive r epair work can be handled in lesser cost as compared to the busy holiday season. Check out these fall car maintenance tips and get your ride ready for winter. Oil change:  Car pa...

There are four major steps involved in auto body repair: 1. Matching the paint of the damaged parts with the rest of the vehicle. 2. Restoring the shape of the damaged or dented parts. 3. Restoring all the mechanical and electrical functions of the vehicle. 4. Restoring safety features like airbags etc. You will need to get all of these approved from your insurance company and after that, the auto body repair shop in Doylestown process starts. Remember that you don’t always have to stick with the mechanics recommended by your insurance company. Most of the times, they recommend best people that offer high-quality work but sometimes some shops don’t take their job seriously. You can avoid these by carefully researching about the auto body repair shop you’re planning to hire for the job. When looking for an auto body repair shop, you must see if the shop is certified/qualified to perform the task. Look at how clean it is and what kind of facilities they offer on-site. Chec...

No one likes to bear extra expenses for nothing. Why would you want to call a towing service when you can push yourself or your vehicle a bit and drive to your desired destination? Or maybe the nearest garage is just a few miles away, and you don’t think it’s a big deal to drive up to there even if your car isn’t in the right enough shape to drive. You have to accept that sometimes you may be wrong – so wrong to end up damaging your car so much that you pay huge bills. So, when should you call a towing service instead of driving your car to a huge loss? 1. When you’ve got a flat tire: Driving your vehicle with a flat tire can cause damage to the wheel. It takes pennies to fix a flat tire but if you end up damaging the wheel, you can face an expenditure of up to few hundred dollars. That’s a lot for a flat tire. Isn’t it? 2. When the car’s engine is overheated: If the problem with your vehicle is an overheated engine, you should not drive it at all. In fact, chances are it ...

When we think of buying a car, we often think of a newly launched model laced with amazing specs. Don’t we? But some people lust over the classic American cars built during the 60’s – 80’s. There’s a sense of passion that goes into such an  Antique Car Restoration shop in Doylestown . Simultaneously, a lot of money goes into restoring a car like that. Read on to know more about the basics of antique car restoration and what you should be aware of if it’s your first time working on such a project. What car to choose? The decision is always dominated by personal choice. You may like a model from the 60’s or some other decade. You may like any car company. But what’s truly crucial is to pick a car that’s common. Here’s why: When you choose a car that’s incredibly unique and hard to find, the possibility of getting it restored to its full potential decreases. You may not find the spare parts or an engine that would fit in that. Keep all of it in mind and then pick a car for re...

To be clear, it’s not a post for any mechanic. It’s an article for a car owner or vehicle owner who is currently facing a significant automotive repair and he’s unsure whether he should do it himself or hire a pro. By going through some resources, the owner (you) have decided that you will try to do it yourself. Congratulations for taking such a step. Most of the car issues are minor if you maintain your vehicle properly. So, it’s not going to be a daunting task but still, I have compiled some tips for you in case you want some more advice. 1. Be prepared to call an automotive repair company Before you just leave the site after reading the heading, let me explain. I am not saying you’ll go wrong. In fact, as a person who is doing his research, I would expect that you will fix your car yourself. But for those 1% cases when you mess up and aren’t able to understand what to do next, I want to warn you! If you’re sure of what you’re doing, go ahead and do it. But if no resource ...