Maryland and Delaware Auto Repair

They seem to be everywhere right now. No, we’re not talking about political campaign commercials or pumpkin-flavored coffee drinks. Rather it’s ‘Help Wanted’ signs that are posted in just about every store front you visit these days. The phenomenon known as “The Great Resignation” has impacted nearly every industry causing nationwide labor shortages.  And the automotive service sector is no exception. Not only should employers be concerned, but Forbes reports that labor woes combined with parts shortages may result in increased costs and wait times for customers.  The labor shortage in the automotive service industry does not appear to be a temporary issue. The ... read more

A customer recently asked, “Why do I need an alignment? Didn’t you guys balance the tires?” Both balancing tires and correcting an alignment are essential to car maintenance and a smooth ride.  A wheel balance corrects uneven distribution of weight which can lead to vibration, excessive tire wear, damage to the suspension, and other problems.    Tires may be out of balance due to lack of use or from striking curbs, potholes, or debris. If you notice vibrations while driving or that your tires are wearing unevenly, then you may need one or more wheels balanced. To correct this problem, one of our technicians will use a machine which indicates precisely where they should apply additional weights to balance the wheel assembly.   Tires should be balanced as part of a tire rotation, after a flat tire repair, or as part of routine maintenance.    While wheel balancing is about weight, an alignment is all about angles.    An ... read more