A Shocking Ride If your suspension system is in disrepair, your comfort and handling may be quite “shocking.” An automobile’s shock absorbers are engineered to create a smoother ride and help you maintain control of your car as you cross imperfections in the road surface. If you’re no longer experiencing a comfortable ride or if
Who Knew? If you’ve driven a vehicle very long, you know that all internal combustion engines release exhaust. You may have even seen puffs of colored smoke belching from the tailpipe (hopefully of someone else’s car). But who knew that the hues of smoke might actually tell you something about what’s going on with the
Erasing the Check Engine Warning — Valencia Auto Performance & Simply Smog If you drive long enough, you will probably see the check engine light illuminate on your dash panel at some point. Beyond being annoying, it’s a sure sign that something is amiss with your auto. While it isn’t dangerous to continue driving the
The Importance Of Routine Oil Change — Valencia Auto Performance & Simply Smog Aging oil lends itself to sludge formation in your engine, leading to reduced performance and possibly an untimely death for your vehicle. With the cost of a new car, that seemingly small amount of sludge can be costly. Therefore, don’t just let
What You Need to Know About Your Car’s Suspension — Valencia Auto Performance & Simply Smog Because you can’t easily see the components of your vehicle’s suspension system, it may be tempting to ignore it as long as possible. But when you stop to think about the importance of its functions, you may determine that