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What To Do When Your Car’s Air Conditioning Stops Working

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When your car’s air conditioning isn’t functioning properly, driving can be quite uncomfortable, when you’re baking on a 100-degree day without air conditioning. You need a functional air conditioning system for your car. Prior to talking to a mechanic about your air conditioning system and knowing your options, it’s wise to have some understanding of your system.

Maintaining Your Car’s Air Conditioning System

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The summer is fast approaching, which means the temperatures are rising and many people are using their car’s A/C to stay cool while driving. But if the air conditioning in your car isn’t in good shape, it won’t do you any good. It’s imperative to stay on top of your vehicle’s maintenance if you want it to run well. Below are four tips for maintaining your car’s air conditioning system so it works when you need it most.

When Are Repairs Covered By Car Insurance?

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Car insurance is great peace of mind for car owners. It can neatly cover the cost of unforeseen damages. This only applies, however, if the unforeseen issue arises from a collision or any other incident that is explicitly covered, such as theft or fire.

Don’t do these 4 things if you want your car to retain its value

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Maintaining the value of your car is essential, especially if you plan on reselling it one day. There are a few things that you can do to make sure that your vehicle holds its worth. Many people think they don’t need to worry about their car’s value until they sell it, but this isn’t true. Cars lose value the longer they are driven, and there are certain things that you can do to stop this from happening. So, if you want your car to last as long as possible and keep as much of its value as possible, then don’t do the following.

When to Repair, Rebuild, or Replace Your Car’s Transmission

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The transmission is a complicated part of your car that can fail at any time for many reasons. You have three choices when it comes to fixing this problem – repairing, rebuilding, or replacing the whole thing. Here at Express Auto Repair, we’ll go over the differences between these options to help give you a better understanding. Let’s take a look.

Vehicle Maintenance Tips That Can Help Save You Money

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Between oil changes and tire rotations, keeping up with your car maintenance can be a nuisance. However, staying on top of it can help avoid costly repairs and extend the life of your vehicle. Here are some vehicle maintenance tips, from the experts at Express Auto Repair, that can help save you money in the long run.

How to Preserve Your Car’s Transmission in the Winter

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Winter weather can have the worst impact on your vehicle’s transmission. While getting stuck on icy and snowy roads can certainly damage the transmission, even simply parking outside in extreme cold temperatures can wreak havoc on your vehicle. Cold temperatures cause the most damage. The cold thickens fluid and contracts parts, leading to a myriad of problems. Express Auto Repair and Service in Colorado Springs has come up with a few tips to keep your vehicle’s transmission safe and healthy during the winter season.

Here’s What to Do When Your Car Overheats

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Modern vehicles have advanced cooling systems with electric fans and heat sensors that keep the engine running in any weather conditions; however, overheating still happens due to other reasons unrelated to the weather.

5 New Year’s Resolutions to Make You and Your Car Safer

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Just as we reflect on our lives and make changes with the New Year, we should also consider what we can do to take better care of our car. Tasks that go beyond the routine maintenance of putting air in the tires and changing the oil. Here is a list of five things to do for your car to start off the New Year.

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