This weekly feature for Warranty Direct about car repair and maintenance is written by Tom Torbjornsen, the popular host of America’s Car Show on satellite radio.

When is the best time to look for a high quality auto repair shop? Answer, before you need one. Making a sound decision is difficult when you are faced with a car problem and time restraints. Also, emergencies create an emotional climate that thwarts a clear and objective evaluation. Finding a shop takes time and patience; you want to research and evaluate the facts. So find a repair facility before you need one.  Read more...

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This weekly feature for Warranty Direct about car repair and maintenance is written by Tom Torbjornsen, the popular host of America’s Car Show on satellite radio.

Have you ever gone to a quick lube place for an oil change and, while you’re waiting in the lobby for your car, the service bay/sales person informs you that a certain service(s) must be performed on the vehicle immediately to avert a disaster of immense proportion? Many of us can relate to this scenario. The “recommended service” they advise usually includes one or more of the following:

• High mileage oil

• Fuel system cleaning

• Brake fluid flush

• Transmission flush

• Transfer case or differential fluid change  Read more...

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