The amount of air you fill your tires with impacts their durability and your safety. Too little or too much air could lead to serious repercussions. Driving on tires with low tire pressure is the leading cause of tire failure. The tire will lose its layers due to the steady friction being generated. Its inner…
If you have dim lights in your car or you notice trouble getting your car to start in the morning, this could mean that your alternator is starting to break down. As part your electrical system, the alternator is responsible for recharging your battery when your car is running. The alternator doesn’t usually need a…
Vehicle owners may notice that their car or truck comes with a spare tire. It may either be compact or the same size as the vehicle’s other tires. Compact tires are usually provided when a manufacturer wants to preserve space in the trunk, and they may be referred to as “donuts.” If a provided spare…
Technology has improved in many ways over the years with vehicles. The same is true for scheduling customers. You once could just call the service team to get on our calendar. These days getting an appointment is as simple as visiting our online service scheduler. The online service scheduler is a simple tool you can…
Oil is an essential fluid for an internal combustion engine in any vehicle regardless of make or model. Oil lubricates the internal parts of the engine and prevents damage caused by friction. It also allows an engine to operate more efficiently by lowering the amount of heat that is caused by friction. This extends the…
Your next road trip can be a success or a failure, and it’s largely up to you. A key element to a successful road trip is planning ahead. Actually, planning well even beats planning ahead of time. Emergencies can pop up at any time and good planning can save the day. Here are some tips…
Are you throwing away money in wasted gas and too frequent oil changes? If you are getting your oil changed every 3000 miles, then that is exactly what you are doing. We here at Rusnak/Pasadena want our customers to know that if you have a newer car and come to see us for an oil…
Windshield washer fluid is forgotten a lot of the time, but it is actually just as important as all the other maintenance for your vehicle. Windshield washer fluid is there to help keep drivers and passengers safe buy keeping the windshield clean and clear of all debris. But that is not all it does. Windshield…
We all need a breather. Just hit the road, fill up the gas tank, and run away from life’s worries. Similarly, we all need our beloved pets so that our trips are that much more pleasant! Just be careful to take the necessary precautions so your pet is safe and so you both have an…