Saying that GPS systems have made summer road trips easier is a huge understatement. GPS has practically eliminated the need to use huge road maps while driving down unfamiliar roads. We’re now less likely to get lost, and we can make it to our destination faster thanks to the system giving us the fastest route. […]
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Portable Jump Starters: Do They Really Work?
It can happen to anyone—you stop your vehicle to go into a store or leave it parked overnight. When you return, you turn your key, but nothing happens. The engine may be turning over, but your vehicle just will not start. The culprit? Most likely, your battery is dead. Most people keep jumper cables in […]
Read MoreWhat to Do If Your Vehicle Overheats
Arizona can get very hot during the spring and summer, and this means your truck or RV’s engine can get even hotter. While driving to and fro, you’ll need to keep an eye on your temperature gauge to ensure your engine is distributing heat appropriately and isn’t overheating. If the temperature needle hits the red […]
Read MoreSigns of a Failing Diesel Fuel Pump
If your vehicle uses a diesel fuel pump, it’s important that you keep this part in good operating condition at all times. There are a variety of factors that can cause problems with your fuel pump, and depending on the symptoms that they pump is showing, it may or may not be easy to figure […]
Read MoreMountain Driving Tips for Truckers from a Mobile Mechanic in Flagstaff, AZ
Mountain driving can be hazardous for anyone, whether you have experience with it or not. But the dangers are exacerbated for truck drivers, as the significantly greater weight and wider turning radius of the vehicle can make for much greater challenges in mountainous terrain. No matter how much experience you have as a truck driver, […]
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