April 14th, 2023 by The Mechanic Spot
Four Common Catalytic Converter Problems What Are Some Common Catalytic Converter Issues? Catalytic converters can last many years, but when they become faulty, they can lead to sluggish engine performance and even complete engine failure. Catalytic converters are important to every vehicle because they convert harmful compounds from your engine’s emissions. When your vehicle has
January 14th, 2023 by The Mechanic Spot
Five Warning Signs of Transmission Problems Learn Five Red Flags of Transmission Trouble! Your vehicle’s transmission is a key component; when it fails, your vehicle won’t have enough power to run. It’s smart to know the early warning signs of transmission problems and get preventative maintenance to prevent complete transmission failure. Our ASE-certified team at
October 14th, 2022 by The Mechanic Spot
How to Buy the Best Tires for Your Car Learn What You Should Know When You’re Buying New Tires Knowing key features of the tires you want is essential when your vehicle needs new tires. Do you want tires that improve your gas mileage? How about performance tires? Or do you want tires that will
January 11th, 2022 by The Mechanic Spot
Next steps after your oil light comes on! As technology advances, vehicles are getting better at letting their owner know exactly what is going on. At auto shops, diagnostic tests have improved so it’s easier than ever to diagnose engine issues. However, your oil light technology hasn’t changed very much, because your oil is performing
October 10th, 2021 by The Mechanic Spot
A few tips will help keep the stress from you and your pup on your road trip! We know all too well the sad eyes you get from your pup when you are trying to leave the house. You’d do anything if you could just stay home with them forever, but you’ve got places to
June 28th, 2021 by The Mechanic Spot
Wheel Alignment Ensures Tire Longevity It seems pretty simple to think that your tires need to all be pointing in the same direction for your vehicle to drive safely, but aligning tires is about more than creating parallel lines. When factory-trained technicians are aligning your tires, they are working on a vehicle that’s parked, but
March 30th, 2021 by The Mechanic Spot
Manual drivers need to know the signs of poor clutch performance For manual drivers, your clutch is both friend and foe. It allows you to control when your vehicle shifts gears, unlike an automatic. Some drivers use this for fuel efficiency, making sure they are shifting to conserve energy. Other drivers use it for the
December 13th, 2020 by The Mechanic Spot
Out of Line is Bad for Your Bottom Line–and More You’ve probably heard that your car’s wheels need to be properly aligned, but is it really such a big deal? Yes. Actually, wheel alignment is very important. Whether you know your vehicle needs an alignment or you just want to have it checked, The Mechanic
September 24th, 2020 by The Mechanic Spot
How to Find Good Quality Tires for the Right Price EnTIREly too many choices? Let us help! We understand that tires are a major purchase. You want to be sure you make the best choice for yourself and your vehicle, and we’re here to help. The Mechanic Spot of Nashville, Tennessee, is a family-owned business
June 18th, 2020 by The Mechanic Spot
Pay Attention to Changes in Performance Your transmission is one of the most important systems in your vehicle. Over time, it’s natural for it to develop some problems. The sooner you identify and repair them, the less likely you’ll need to replace your entire transmission system completely. Here are common signs that you need transmission