Parts and Services

When to Replace the Car Starter Motor – Signs & Symptoms

When to Replace the Car Starter Motor – Signs & Symptoms

About the car starter motor: When you turn your car’s keys or press the Start button on the dash with your foot on the brake, electricity is sent to the starter motor, which plays the important role of getting your engine’s parts moving. The starter motor...
Symptoms of a Faulty Car Ignition

Symptoms of a Faulty Car Ignition

What does the car ignition actually do? Alright, let’s talk ignition systems. Basically, when you hop in your Mazda Demio or Honda CR-V and turn the key (or push the button in some of those flash Euro models like a Citroen C3), the ignition’s job is to fire up the...
When to Replace your Car Battery – Signs & Symptoms

When to Replace your Car Battery – Signs & Symptoms

About the car battery: Your car’s battery provides the necessary power required to start your car and operate accessories such as the stereo, speakers and lighting. Car batteries are rechargeable and use energy produced by the alternator to charge the car...
When to Replace your Car’s Alternator

When to Replace your Car’s Alternator

What does the alternator do? Your car’s alternator is responsible for generating electricity as the engine runs. This keeps the battery charged and supplies power to the various electrical components in your car. As well as keeping the battery charged, the...
When to Replace Brake Pads – Symptoms & Signs of Wear

When to Replace Brake Pads – Symptoms & Signs of Wear

About the brake pads: Brake pads are an important part of the braking systems in almost all modern cars. Generally each wheel has its own brake pad and brake disc rotor. When the brake is applied, the brake pad converts kinetic energy into thermal energy via friction....