Coastal cities can be rough on the condition of cars. But there is plenty that owners can do to preserve their rides and keep the salty air from tarnishing a pristine finish. The primary concern to be aware of is that exposure to salty and wet conditions will quickly ruin the paint job on your…
Having clear and bright headlights is essential for safe night-time driving. Over time, the material that makes up headlight covers can break down in the sun and cloud over. This can heavily impact nighttime visibility when you’re relying on your headlights to give a clear view of the road ahead of you. Most people assume…
Be prepared this Hurricane Season. The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts an above-average hurricane season. They are calling for five to nine hurricanes caused and closer to a near-normal season. With La Nina being present for three seasons, the NOAA scientists are predicting that El Nino has a high potential to develop this…
3 Steps to trim restoration is the third of five DIY Detailer blogs including car washing basics, headlights, tires, trim restoration, and ceramic coating. In this installment, we show you the steps you can take to bring faded exterior plastic trim back to life. Many cars have black plastic trim on some parts of the…
Let’s look at 10 summer car essentials that will help you enjoy a Lowcountry summer and say safe. There are lots of things to see and do within a relatively short distance, but humidity and heat can stall you or your car. It’s so easy to forget something if you are packing for each outing….
Ready. Set. Hurricane. The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts an above-average hurricane season. They are calling for six to ten hurricanes caused by La Nina and above-average ocean temperatures. Hurricane season officially began on June 1 and runs through November 30th. On cue, Alex the first major storm of the year slammed South…
There’s nothing better than a cool car with air conditioning in good working order on a hot Charleston day. The Lowcountry summer heat is here. The optimal performance of your vehicle’s air conditioner is essential. We recommend checking the system every two to three years and having a air conditioning tune-up performed. Over time, the…
Make the switch to synthetic. Kia recommends synthetic oil for all vehicles and our goal is to convert 100% of customers by Labor Day. Quite simply, synthetic oil is better for your engine. It offers superior protection for your engine. The primary difference with synthetic oil is additives used in the refinement process. Synthetic oil…
Do you know how to recognize that your car is overheating and what to do if it is? It is very simple and something that every driver should know. How do you know if your car is overheating? The temperature gauge on your vehicle’s dashboard is usually close to the middle. If this rises to…
A vehicle’s battery sends power and engages the starter and provides the juice for all the bells and whistles on your vehicle. Extreme temperatures, either hot or cold are a battery’s worst nightmare. Hot temperatures often result in battery failure. You can bring your vehicle in for a complimentary battery charge test. Our diagnostic…
