For most of us, our car is one of the most important assets in our lives. It gets us to and from work, helps us run errands, and even takes us on vacation. So when something goes wrong with our car, it can be a major inconvenience. Thankfully, there are some simple things we [...]
One of the most important parts of your car's electrical system is the alternator. This component helps to keep the battery charged and powers all of the car's electrical systems. If something goes wrong with the alternator, it can cause major problems for your car. Here are some things that can damage an alternator [...]
If your car is making weird noises, it could be time to get your muffler repaired. But how do you know if your muffler needs to be repaired? In this blog post, we'll go over some of the signs that indicate you need to take your car in for a muffler repair. Listen [...]
If you're thinking about buying an electric vehicle, or if you already own one, it's important to know what kind of repairs they may need. Here are some of the most common electric vehicle repairs and concerns drivers have. Battery Replacement in EVs Replacing the battery of an electric vehicle (EV) is like changing [...]
Brakes are one of the most critical safety features of any vehicle. When your brakes start to fail, it can be dangerous for you and other drivers around you. Unfortunately, brake repair is often overlooked until it's too late. Knowing when to get your brakes checked is essential in order to stay safe on [...]
Here’s a quick thought experiment: seated behind the wheel of a car, would you rather not be able to go or not be able to stop? Another query: Which would you rather lose mid-drive? Your power steering or your brakes? When push comes to shove, most of us would answer the same way: when [...]
A number of folks believe things that aren’t at all true when it comes to cars. Your Murray car repair experts at Master Muffler seek to shed some light on these automotive myths. Some Rules are Meant to be Broken If “better safe than sorry” is your motto, you may subscribe to some [...]
In a hydraulic system, a force is multiplied using an oil-based fluid. Hydraulics allows your vehicle to work smarter, not harder. The brake system of your vehicle is a great example of a hydraulic system; the force on the brake pedal is magnified with the help of brake fluid, cylinders, and pistons. The friction [...]
Our vehicles have emissions systems for a couple of important reasons- one is to reroute harmful fumes away from the passengers, and another is to clean the fumes as much as possible before they enter the atmosphere. When our vehicles are running, air and fuel are mixing in the engine, combusting and creating emissions. [...]
Did you know there’s a difference between balancing your tires and aligning your wheels? Tire Balancing vs Wheel Alignment Balancing your tires involves the process of mounting the tires on a machine and measuring how they rotate. The tire balancing machine will calculate if there are any imbalances that affect how the tire performs [...]
