Automotive Info

Old habits die hard, but it may be the key to getting better fuel economy from your vehicle. Change the Way You Drive If there was ever a time to make a gallon of fuel last longer, it’s now! Here are some tips from Master Muffler Provo for improving your vehicle's fuel economy, whether [...]

We drive with a lot of lights on our dashboard without giving them much thought. You might have a faulty sensor that fakes you out and makes you think your wiper fluid is low when it’s really topped off. Or maybe your fuel indicator is on but “you know your car” and plan to [...]

2021 Toyota Venza Gas consumption is decent for a hybrid SUV, ranging from 40 mpg in the city to 37 mpg on the interstate. The Venza has upmarket elements on the inside, as well as comfy seats and excellent ride quality. An 8-inch touch screen with a smartphone connection and six-speaker audio are standard [...]

You’re probably aware that your vehicle’s engine has an air filter. But are you also aware that your car’s heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system may also have an air filter? The HVAC air filter is commonly called a cabin air filter, and it performs similar functions your engine’s air filter does for [...]

Your car's fuel pump supplies gas from the gas tank to the engine to enable a smooth drive. If the pump fails, overheats, or becomes damaged, the engine in your car won't get enough fuel to run perfectly or start at all. Your car's fuel pump should last at a minimum of 100,000 miles [...]

Buying a used car can be intimidating if you’re not sure what to look for, or how to negotiate for a fair price. Master Muffler has some tips for buying a used car, whether you’re working with a dealer or a private seller. First of all, set a budget and stick to it. It [...]

The Science of Safety These days, there is likely no other industry that has undergone a more rigorous overhaul, in terms of safety, than the automobile industry. As cars have gotten more sophisticated and have been outfitted with better engines that could get the car traveling at higher rates of speed, safety features have [...]

A Machine Full of Fluid A popular television character once said that all humans are no more than “sacks full of water; if you puncture us, the water leaks out.” While that is an extremely reductive view of the human body, it rings with a certain kind of truth. The same, in many ways, [...]

A Friendly Neighborhood Mechanic It is often said that if you can get your hands on a good mechanic and a good priest then you should do all that you can to keep them. It’s our experience as car repair specialists that if your mechanic can keep your vehicle roadworthy for as long as [...]