Fuel Efficiency

Five Simple Ways to Increase Fuel Efficiency Learn How to Improve Your Car’s Gas Mileage With gas prices increasing, it’s critical to know different ways to increase your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. Did you know that quality auto repair can increase your fuel efficiency? Keeping an affordable preventative maintenance schedule is a surefire way to be

Catalytic Converter Problems

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

Common Transmission Problems

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

What to Know When Buying Tires

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

What Your Oil Light Isn’t Telling You

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

Make Traveling Easier For You and Your Dog!

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

Aligning New Tires is a Must!

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

Know The Signs Before Your Clutch Gives Out Completely!

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

What Are the Consequences of Bad Wheel Alignment?

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

What Kind of Tires Should I Buy?

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