• Myth: Inflate tires to the pressure shown on the tire's sidewall.

  Reality:

  The pounds-per-square-inch figure on the side of the tire is the maximum pressure that the tire can safely hold, not the automaker's recommended pressure, which provides the best balance of braking, handling, gas mileage, and ride comfort. That figure is usually found on a doorjamb sticker, in the glove box, or on the fuel-filler door. Perform a monthly pressure check when tires are cold or after the car has been parked for a few hours.

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• Myth: If the brake fluid is low, topping it off will fix the problem.

  Reality:

  As brake pads wear, the level in the brake-fluid reservoir drops a bit. That helps you monitor brake wear. If the fluid level drops to or below the Low mark on the reservoir, then either your brakes are worn out or fluid is leaking. Either way, get the brake system serviced immediately. You should also get a routine brake inspection when you rotate the tires, about every 6,000 to 7,000 miles.

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• Myth: If regular-grade fuel is good, premium must be better.

  Reality:

  Most vehicles run just fine on regular-grade (87 octane) fuel. Using premium in these cars won't hurt, but it won't improve performance, either. A higher-octane number simply means that the fuel is less prone to pre-ignition problems, so it's often specified for hotter running, high-compression engines. So if your car is designed for 87-octane fuel, don't waste money on premium.

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• Myth: Flush the coolant with every oil change.

  Reality:

  Radiator coolant doesn't need to be replaced very often. Most owner's manuals recommend changing the coolant every five years or 60,000 miles. Of course, if the level in the coolant reservoir is chronically low, check for a leak and get service as soon as possible.

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• Myth: After a jump-start, your car will soon recharge the battery.

  Reality:

  It could take hours of driving to restore a battery's full charge, especially in the winter. That's because power accessories, such as heated seats, draw so much electricity that in some cars the alternator has little left over to recharge a run-down battery. A "load test" at a service station can determine whether the battery can still hold a charge. If so, some hours on a battery charger might be needed to revive the battery to its full potential.

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Our Services

If you just need an oil change, an entire engine replaced, or you have an electrical problem that is driving you crazy our shop has the solution for your auto maintenance and auto repair needs in Springfield, MA.

Our services include but are not limited to:

• Factory Scheduled Maintenance
• Engine Tuning
• EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) Service and Repairs
• ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Service and Repairs
• Power Window and Door Lock Repair
• Drivability Diagnostics
• Clutch Service and Repair
• Transmission Service and Repairs
• Engine Service and Repairs
• Brake Service and Repairs
• Cooling System (Radiator) Service and Repair
• Wheel Alignments
• Steering and Suspension Service and Repair
• Electrical Diagnosis and Repair
• Timing Belts and/or Chains
• Pre-purchase Vehicle Evaluations
• Air Conditioning Service and Repairs
• Diesel Service and Repair
• Fleet Maintenance Services

We work on most Foreign and American makes including but not limited to Audi, Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes Benz, Jaguar, Saab, Volvo, Land Rover, Porsche, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Lexus, Infinity, Acura, Mitsubishi, Mazda, Subaru, Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, Cadillac, Lincoln, Mercury, Oldsmobile, GMC, Pontiac and more...

Our ASE Certified Technicians have the training and experience to get you up and running again in no time.