Make your Service Visit at Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson a Good One Most people don’t love going to get their vehicle serviced, but it’s one of those things you just have to do. So you might as well get the most of out of it. There are some steps you can take that will […]

Automotive Tips from Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson: Tire Replacement Overview Tires are an expensive purchase, so knowing when tires should be replaced is important for Tucson drivers. Tires will just wear out with normal use. The depth of the tread on your tire determines how well it will stop, start and steer – especially […]

Why Alignment Matters (Vehicle Alignment Maintenance) It’s one of those things that can happen on a multi-day road adventure or a quick trip to the grocery store. You hit a pothole, go too fast over a speed bump, nail a curb. When it happens, you think, “I wonder if that was hard enough to do […]

Cold Weather Vehicle No-Nos (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle) It’s always easier to leave a few things in your vehicle so you’ll have them on hand. But in cold weather, while it’s a good idea to carry items such as a phone charger, blanket and shovel, there are some things you shouldn’t […]

Clean Fuel Equals Clean Performance for Tucson Drivers Hello, Tucson residents. Let’s talk fuel filters. Fuel filters clean the dirt, dust and debris out of your fuel. Both gasoline and diesel-powered engines have them. The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine. Tucson auto owners don’t need […]

The Flat Fix that Fits (Tire Repairs) Can you think of anyone who likes getting a flat tire? Of course not. But when one of your tires winds up with a flat or leak, whether it be from things like hitting a curb, running over a nail or picking up a sharp stone, it’s time […]

By the Numbers: Tire Replacement at Advantage Auto Repair & Transmisson in Tucson Ever notice that your tire is covered with writing? It’s like some hieroglyphic art form. Of course, Tucson drivers know that it’s not just graffiti, but to most of us, it might as well be. Would you like to know what all […]

The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance) If you’ve ever noticed your vehicle’s lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things. But one possibility is your battery cables aren’t doing their job. A power outage in your vehicle is similar to one in your house and needs to be […]

An Oil for All Seasons (Engine Oil Selection) You swap your winter boots for flip-flops in the summer. Why not change your winter engine oil for summer, hot-weather oil? While it may seem like it makes sense, there’s some good news. Most drivers don’t have to, and here’s why. Engine oil can be made in […]