Every winter, without fail, we get emergency calls for dead batteries. I’ve pulled up to roadside calls where a family sits in the cold, kids bundled up, just because their car wouldn’t start. It’s heartbreaking—and completely preventable. The culprit? A weak battery, corroded terminals, or a failing charging system. The good news: you can catch … Read more
Last week, a student of mine—a first-time car owner in her mid-20s—pulled up in her 2018 Toyota Camry with a nervous smile and a paper receipt from a quick-lube shop. “They charged me $70 for an oil change,” she said, “and I could’ve done it myself in my apartment complex’s parking spot.” That moment reminded … Read more
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