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Ask Dale: The mechanic damaged my car. What can I do?
The mechanic damaged my car. What can I do?
Sound Advice: Keep Your Receipts
Almost no one keeps receipts these days. After all, everything is online. So when one couple found out that the receipt for their car repair was no longer on file with the mechanic, they learned a valuable lesson.
Dale Investigates: Faulty Filter
An oil change should be a pretty simple procedure. So imagine the surprise of one couple when a simple oil change led to a busted engine!
What to Know Before Taking Your Car in for Repairs
Keeping a paid off vehicle is a great way to save some money. Unfortunately, many price-conscious drivers are also putting off needed repairs to try to save an extra buck. But putting off repairs could actually cost you more, and it puts your safety and t
Common Symptoms of Transmission Problems
If you hear strange noises coming from your car, or feel gears slipping or clunking, you may suspect you have transmission problems. But when is it really time to come to a mechanic, and when might you really be looking at issues with the transmission?
When To Service Your Transmission
Servicing your transmission as needed is an important way to avoid larger, more costly repairs in the future.