Automotive Tips from Commerce Auto Repair: A Broken or Damaged Timing Belt

August 29, 2017

The timing belt rotates the cam shafts which open and close the valves that allow air, fuel, and exhaust to flow through the engine as it powers your car when you drive around Commerce.An old timing belt can lose a tooth in the belt allowing it to slip. The engine could stop or misfire. Timing be... More

Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil in Your Commerce Vehicle

August 20, 2017

If you're a quart low in your vehicle, there isn't enough motor oil to lubricate your engine properly. The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy while you're driving around the Commerce area.The same goes for dirty oil; it doesn't reduce friction properly. The result is you get to ... More

Automotive Tips from Commerce Auto Repair: When to Replace Your Wiper Blades

August 18, 2017

There are several important factors that go into how often Commerce drivers should replace their wiper blades. Of course, the more you use your wipers, the faster the blades will wear out especially if you use them on an icy windshield. Whether its a lot of bugs and road grime from Michigan fre... More