Disc Brakes Versus Drum Brakes: Which Are Better? More than 40 years ago, auto makers began replacing drum brakes on the front of most vehicles with disc brakes. The two systems are different, but most cars run with both. When customers visit our Shakopee, MN shop for brake repair, we’re often asked if one brake type is…
DetailsKeeping You in Gear: How Your Automatic Transmission Works Shift from park into drive, ease down on the gas pedal, and you’re on the road. It’s so simple, and it happens thanks to a modern marvel of automotive engineering. Our mechanics here in Plymouth specialize in transmission repair, and we’d like to share our appreciation for the…
DetailsExamining Your Car’s Electric Ecosystem It’s easy to take automobile electrical systems for granted, as many drivers in Forest Lake do. Even as professional mechanics, we understand, as we’ve come to rely on electrical components in our everyday lives. Let’s take a closer look at your car’s electronic ecosystem and give you a better idea…
DetailsThe Difference Between Engine and Exhaust Brakes The brakes are one of the most important parts of a vehicle, as they play the important role of slowing it down. However, not all braking systems are created equally. Many vehicles, specifically trucks, rely on either engine or exhaust brakes on top of their regular brakes. We’d…
DetailsSwitching Gears: How Your Manual Transmission Works When people in Apple Valley, MN talk about transmissions (specifically, manual transmissions), the conversation usually involves a few questions: How do they work, and why do they cost so much to repair? This complex engine component consists of three main parts: a clutch, a gear selector, and various…
DetailsAll Things Oil: Its Purpose and Place in Your Car An engine has hundreds of parts working together to make your vehicle move from one place to the next. It’s the heart of the vehicle, and like a heart, it requires blood to make everything work efficiently. Motor oil is the blood of your engine,…
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