Mac's Auto Service

11/25/2017

Happy thanksgiving to all our friends-and family

07/26/2017

Family Road Trip Survival Guide

If you're heading out on the open road this summer with the family, here are 6 tips on how to survive it: http://bit.ly/2t2Ia6H

Here are 6 tips for getting from Point A to Point B with as little backseat moaning and groaning as possible.

07/24/2017

Ten Crazy Car Repair Stories from Auto Mechanics

You always think you've seen everything, then you get a job like these. https://goo.gl/2ePPfW

Don't be like these car owners.

07/19/2017

AAA study shows that synthetic oil is, indeed, better than conventional

AAA did a study of synthetic and conventional oils from five randomly selected brands to find the differences. https://goo.gl/LkL8T5

Consider paying a bit more for synthetic.

07/17/2017

Don't catch yourself stranded on the side of the road in the heat of the #summer. These simple maintenance tips are important to remember!

07/12/2017

Fix It or Pitch It? The Repair Dilemma

To repair, or replace—that is the question. This advice will help you analyze your situation. https://goo.gl/YwysME

Deciding whether to spend the money to repair a well used car or truck can be tough. There are some important factors to consider, and these will help guide your decision.

07/10/2017

Spring Car Care Tips from AAA

AAA predicts 33 million travelers will be driving to their destinations this summer. Is your car ready for the trip? http://bit.ly/2tBQ9Ve

07/06/2017

10 Car Noises to be Concerned About » AutoGuide.com News

If for some reason your car is making strange noises here’s a small sample of what could be going on. https://goo.gl/QfjyCi

What's that sound my vehicle is making? Here are 10 Car Noises to be Concerned About and what could be causing them.

07/04/2017

Wishing you and your family a very happy Independence Day!

06/29/2017

Takata bankruptcy: Is your car affected by air bag recall?

Vehicles affected by Takata's air bag recall will still receive repairs despite the company's bankruptcy filing. https://goo.gl/vMDa7J

Vehicles affected by Japanese auto supplier Takata's air bag recall will continue to receive repairs despite the company's bankruptcy filing Sunday.

06/27/2017

How Disk and Drum Brakes Work

The two types of brakes used on modern cars are disc breaks and drum breaks. https://goo.gl/1PQrLT

Disc brakes and drum brakes operate differently. Understand how they function and the advantages disc brakes have over drum brakes.

06/20/2017

Here's Exactly How a Truck's Four-Wheel-Drive System Actually Works

Ever wondered how a four wheel drive system works?https://goo.gl/divonK

Ever wondered what all those different drive modes do? Here's an explainer.

06/18/2017

Happy Father’s Day to all the great dads out there!

06/14/2017

How to buy a car and not hate yourself after

Besides a house, the purchase of a car is the biggest outpouring of money most of us will ever pay. https://goo.gl/ZYsMvJ

It's one of the biggest purchases you'll ever make. Be sure you do it right.

06/12/2017

The Most Beautiful Roads In America

These roads are so amazing they deserve a place on your bucket list. https://goo.gl/NHckN5

Take the long way home.

06/07/2017

5 Signs You Need To Change Your Oil

Besides staying on a schedule, there are lots of ways to tell when it's time for an oil change. https://goo.gl/xs88uu

When in doubt, change it out.

06/05/2017

7 Summer Car Tips Every Driver Should Know | Reader's Digest

Sweltering temperatures can mean trouble for your ride, but these tricks can help you keep your car cool! http://bit.ly/1X3enmh

Sweltering temperatures can mean trouble for your ride, but these tricks can help you keep your car cool.

05/31/2017

What to Do if Your Car's Brake Pedal is Low or Sinking

If your car is having a braking problem you need to troubleshoot and repair it as soon as possible. https://goo.gl/WleB5X

Diagnosing a brake problem yourself can save serious time and money, whether you're doing your own repairs or taking it to the repair shop.

05/29/2017

Today we honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our country. #MemorialDay

05/26/2017

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05/22/2017

Why You Don't Want to Use Winter Tires in Warm Weather

What happens if you use winter tires in weather that isn't exactly the coldest? http://bit.ly/2rmp1bv

That soft tread might be great for digging through snow, but not so much when it comes to dry, warm pavement.

05/16/2017

Over One Million RAM Trucks Recalled for Airbag Defect

RAM trucks are being recalled for an airbag defect. https://goo.gl/kphxdX

According to the recall, certain RAM pickups suffer from a software glitch that disables some safety systems.

05/14/2017

Thank you to #mothers everywhere! #HappyMothersDay

05/10/2017

How to Change a Tire

Flat tires are bound to happen. Luckily, changing a tire is a pretty simple task! https://goo.gl/ba9LeV

Have you ever been stuck on the side of the road with a flat tire? Do you want to be able to change a tire without having to ask for help?

05/08/2017

This Is Why You Don't Buy Cheap Tires

Tires help you go faster, turn better, and stop sooner. Remember to check them frequently! https://goo.gl/rvneRc

You can upgrade your engine all you want, but it's tires that'll really make you faster.

05/03/2017

Car Care - Five fluids to check

Checking the fluids is quick and easy enough—truly any driver can do it. https://goo.gl/xU6qul

If you’ll be driving over the river and through the woods to anybody’s house this holiday season, or just commuting to work, performing a simple under-hood inspection can keep your motor running smoothly and reliably. Checking the fluids is...

05/01/2017

Junkyard Find: 1974 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special Brougham

If you love old cars, this junkyard find will definitely get you excited! http://bit.ly/2oQbs6D

This is two-and-a-half tons of luxury Detroit Iron, now discarded and awaiting crushing in a San Francisco Bay Area self-service junkyard.

04/26/2017

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04/24/2017

Road trip

With the seasons changing, many of us are planning #Spring getaways. Before you hit the road, prepare your #vehicle: http://bit.ly/1XnyETI

Road trip - How to prepare for a road trip

04/19/2017

What's That Stuff Leaking Out Under Your Car?

That little spot underneath your car may be trying to tell you something. https://goo.gl/daoD3A

The easiest way to identify a leak is by looking at, and smelling the fluid that's sitting on the ground in your driveway. Here's how.

04/17/2017

How Horsepower Came to Be

Where exactly did the term come from, and how was it first derived? https://goo.gl/YSMEbf

It was made up to sell stuff.

04/12/2017

Why do some states require emissions testing?

Why do certain states require emissions testing, but others don't? http://bit.ly/2k8KZLY

Getting your car checked for dangerous pollutants has been a part of the American driving experience since 1966, when California launched the first vehicle emissions testing program.

04/10/2017

How to Check the 6 Essential Fluids in Your Car

Keeping all fluids at the proper level helps your car last longer and drive better. https://goo.gl/nHzdJC

Your car works on fire, metal, and fluid, and if you don't keep things flowing, you're going to regret it.

04/05/2017

How Many Miles Do Americans Drive Per Year?

According to the FHWA, the average #American driver logs 13,476 miles each year! Read more fun #facts here: http://bit.ly/2opY1pm

Driving is an important part of the United States economy and a major influence on American culture. As citizens of one of the most mobile countries on the planet, Americans drive thousands of miles every year.

04/03/2017

Don’t Forget to Spring Clean Your Car! Here Are 17 Tricks to Make It Cleaner Than Ever!

If you're making your #SpringCleaning to-do list, don't forget these simple yet important #car cleaning tips! http://bit.ly/2lOdBNt

If you need to clean your car, take advantage of spring to do the cleaning! Check out these 17 helpful hints to get started on your spring car cleaning.

03/29/2017

Manual vs. Automatic Transmission: Which Is Better Off-Road?

Each transmission type brings with it certain advantages and disadvantages. https://goo.gl/QtsUdx

Let these stern-looking men in XJ Jeep Cherokees explain the differences for off-roading.

03/27/2017

Ever pull up on the wrong side at the #gas station? There's a dashboard signal so you'll never find yourself on the wrong side again! #Autos

03/22/2017

Total Recall: 50 Most Memorable Movie Cars

These are the 50 most famous #cars to drive across the silver screen: http://bit.ly/2lguP20

After 40 years, the Mach 5 makes the jump from animation to the big screen, and to celebrate, we're counting down the most memorable cars of all time.

03/20/2017

Your #car has a lot of working parts. Don't neglect the upkeep to keep #your vehicle on the road longer!

03/15/2017

The Inside Of An Alternator Is Completely Fascinating

The best way to learn how something works is to take it apart! https://goo.gl/HZQE1p

If you’ve ever wondered how your car’s battery stays charged, wonder no more. I cracked open a junkyard alternator and recorded the wonders that lie within in the second installation of our new video series, David Dissects.

03/13/2017

Jump Starting a Car

Knowing how to jump start a #vehicle will come in handy when you find yourself stranded on the side of the road. http://bit.ly/2lgyjBQ

03/08/2017

The myth and science behind your gauge cluster illumination color

Do you know why your dashboard gauges light up a specific color? https://goo.gl/e17cEA

That classic red-orange BMW hue is there for a reason, but so is every other color.

03/07/2017

Mac's Auto Service

03/07/2017

Did you know that Macs Auto Service is a AAA Approved Auto Repair center....

03/06/2017

Buried Cars: Who Says You Can't Take Your Ride With You?

Some people love their #vehicles so much, they take it with them right up to the end! http://bit.ly/2lY3d5K #History

True-life tales of cars buried with their owners, entombed for decades behind brick walls, or used as time capsules and tombstones.