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How Does A Maryland Car Inspection Work?

How Does A Maryland Car Inspection Work?

For Maryland Cars, there are two different types of Car Inspections. To register your car, you will need a Maryland State Inspection. You can find this auto service at any repair shop that has a certified Maryland State Inspector. The mechanic will need your car for about two hours as they look over many different safety points. Unlike other states, the Maryland State Inspection happens one time. Once your car passes, mechanics like ours help keep your car in great shape. In fact, our inspections come with pictures so you can see what we see. If you are looking for a Maryland State Inspection, visit us on google https://posts.gle/WBcNH6

What Is Winterizing a Car?

What Is Winterizing a Car?

What Is Winterizing a Car? It is a good idea to prepare your car for the cold weather. Or, as mechanics like to call it, winterize your car. Our mechanics have a few great tips for you and your car. Change your engine oil and oil filter. Our Winterization Service includes an Engine Oil Treatment. This engine additive enhances and protects your engine from cold weather starts. Check your tires. Changing temperatures will affect the tire pressure. Make sure you have the right type of tire for your car and the road conditions this season. There is a difference between All Terrain, All Season, and Highway Tread. Road debris from de-icing, rain and snow make visibility hard. Make sure your wiper blades are in good condition. Wiper blades that streak and chatter or torn wiper blades that will not help you at all in poor weather. At our auto repair shop, the mechanics will check all your fluids. Your coolant, or anti-freeze, should be at the correct level and be in good condition too. Our Wi ... read more

Why Does My Car Squeal When I Start It?

Why Does My Car Squeal When I Start It?

If you hear a high-pitched squealing noise when you start your car, you might have a loose or glazed belt. A serpentine or drive belt goes around several pulleys and held tight by a tensioner. The serpentine belt routes the alternator, power steering pump, and water pump. Sometimes, the belt will slip and give a chirp or squeak noise. Signs of a worn belt would be cracks in the ribs of the belt, frayed edges, or the back side may come discolored and glazed. Other common problems are the bearings inside the belt pulleys. As the bearings wear, the pulleys may wobble. The worn pulley may also cause a noise as well as cause premature belt wear. If you are hearing a squeal noise from under your hood, have one of our mechanics check out your car today. Visit us on Google: https://posts.gle/1C7Zp5

What Are the Signs of Low Coolant

What Are the Signs of Low Coolant

What are the signs of low coolant? There are several types of fluids in your car. Coolant (or antifreeze), engine oil, and transmission fluid are a few of the fluids that keep major car components working . Coolant, or antifreeze, regulates engine temperature. In cold temperatures, it stops the engine from freezing. In hot temperatures, it keeps the engine from overheating. Parts like the water pump, radiator and thermostat come in contact with the coolant as it travels through the cooling system. Today’s coolants come in many different colors and it may be hard to know which is the right one for your car. Your car needs the right coolant and the right amount to protect the engine. If your car is low on coolant, you may notice the heat from your vents is not as warm as it usually is. You may also see the temperature gauge on your dash start to go above normal or your car may even overheat. Many cars are driving longer between oil changes. Checking the other fluids, like the antif ... read more

We Are Thankful

We Are Thankful

Did you know that over 50 million people will be traveling this Thanksgiving? Is your car ready for the road trip? Before you head out to see your family, friends and loved ones, make sure you have your car checked out by one of our team members--they are the best mechanics in Laurel MD if you ask me! What should you check out on your car, truck, van or SUV before you leave? Here at A. Anthony's Mobile Vehicle Service, Inc. in Laurel MD we like to do a thorough health check. Your Car Battery gets a quick test--you want to get a Jump Start on your fun not on your Car. We check your fluids--Engine Oil, Coolant, Transmission Fluid and more. Your Car Fluids have to be full and healthy. We check your Tire Pressure--the correct Tire Pressure can be found on the label of your Driver door jamb and helps optimize your tire performance. We check your Tire Tread Depth--if your Tread is at the Wear Indicators or is too low, you should change the Tires before hitting the road. Our Mechanics loo ... read more

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