What to do if your vehicle will not start.

 What should you do if your vehicle will not start?

If your vehicle won't start, there are a few steps you can take to try and diagnose and fix the issue:

Check the battery: A dead battery is a common cause of a car not starting. Check to see if your lights, radio, or other electrical components are functioning properly. If not, it may be a sign that the battery is dead or dying. If the battery is the issue, you may need to jump-start the car or replace the battery altogether.

Check the starter: If the battery is functioning properly, the next thing to check is the starter. When you turn the key in the ignition, do you hear a clicking sound? If so, it may be an indication that the starter is not working correctly. You may need to have the starter replaced.

Check the fuel system: Another reason your car may not be starting is due to a problem with the fuel system. Check to see if you have enough gas in the tank. If the tank is full, it may be a problem with the fuel pump, fuel filter, or fuel injectors. These are all components of the fuel system that can cause issues.

Check the ignition system: A malfunctioning ignition system can also prevent your car from starting. The ignition system includes the spark plugs, ignition coil, and distributor. If any of these components are faulty, it can cause issues with starting the car.

If you are not comfortable diagnosing and fixing the issue yourself, it may be best to have your car towed to our shop and have one of our professional mechanics do an inspection and repair it.

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Tips to get the best gas mileage for your vehicle.

 Tips to get the best gas mileage for your vehicle.

Regular Maintenance: Keep your vehicle well-maintained with regular tune-ups, oil changes, and tire rotations. This ensures that your engine is running efficiently and reduces unnecessary fuel consumption.

Check Tire Pressure: Make sure your tires are properly inflated to the recommended pressure levels, which can be found in your vehicle's owner's manual. This can improve gas mileage by up to 3%.

Avoid Idling: Turn off your engine when idling for more than a minute, such as waiting in traffic or for someone. Idling burns unnecessary fuel and produces emissions.

Smooth Driving: Avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking. Aggressive driving can decrease fuel efficiency by up to 33% on the highway and 5% in the city.

Avoid Overloading: Do not overload your vehicle with unnecessary items as it adds weight and decreases fuel efficiency. For every 100 pounds added to the vehicle, the gas mileage decreases by 1-2%.

Use Cruise Control: Cruise control can maintain a steady speed, which helps to avoid rapid acceleration or hard braking, and it can also help reduce fuel consumption on long drives.

Drive at Optimal Speed: Driving at a steady and moderate speed, around 50-60 mph, can improve gas mileage. However, driving above 60 mph can significantly reduce fuel efficiency.

Plan Your Route: Avoid congested areas and choose the most efficient route to your destination. This reduces unnecessary driving and can help save fuel.

Use Air Conditioning Judiciously: Using air conditioning can increase fuel consumption, so use it judiciously. If possible, use the car's ventilation system or roll down the windows to cool down.

Choose the Right Fuel: Use the fuel recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Using higher octane fuel than required by the vehicle does not provide any extra benefit in terms of fuel economy.

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