Your vehicle needs routine maintenance and performs better with a tune-up. Experts recommend getting a tune-up about every 10,000 miles. If you’re unsure when to get a tune-up, it’s best to refer to your car’s user manual. Luckily, a professional auto repair shop will know how to cater to your car’s needs and perform a tune-up that will work best for it. Our ASE-certified technicians, Auto Clinic of Maryland, are here to provide you with excellent routine auto repair and

Timing is Everything If you’re wondering how often you need to get your car serviced, it’s smart to know a general timeline to avoid potential auto repair issues and costly expenses. If you’re located near Catonsville, Maryland, our expert ASE-certified technicians at Auto Clinic of Maryland offer a range of repair services and inspections with the most updated equipment. Learn a few guidelines to help you plan routine preventative maintenance, so your car is 100 percent road-ready. Engine If you

…and Their Dangers Extended warranties have been around for years, well before the scam calls started. We’ve actually heard a few legitimate advertisements for them recently. Many customers have asked us, should I buy an extended warranty when I purchase my next car? And we thought it would be prudent to give some advice on things to remember when making your decision. Let’s take you through an actual process with aftermarket extended warranties from our experience and let you decide

Deciding to Pay for Auto Repair with a Credit Card Having a credit card to pay for unexpected emergencies is often a smart idea. But should you use your credit card to cover your auto repair costs? Can this impact your credit score? If you’re wondering if you should pay your automotive repair bill with a credit card, Auto Clinic of Maryland in Catonsville, Maryland, is here to help. Auto Repair Costs Auto repair is as important as routine vehicle

Just last weekend I was driving home during the ice storm and saw a car spin out which had me thinking- I wonder how many of our customers could use some helpful tips for driving in poor weather. Here are some tips that I have learned over the years: 4 Wheel Drive: The 4 wheel drive system helps the car gain traction and take off by giving power to all four wheels when you press the gas. What it doesn’t

Not many people realize it, but vehicle tires are one of the most important aspects of an automobile. From having traction in snowy conditions to improving fuel economy, there are many benefits to having healthy tires. But with that being said, not many people realize when it’s time to get new tires, in addition to being aware of the benefits of healthy tires in the first place. Displayed below is more information regarding some common causes of tire wear and

So you’re at the dealership and about the purchase your vehicle. The sales staff member comes over and offers a vehicle warranty- something he or she says will fully protect you in the event that your engine, transmission, or any other large fault happens with your vehicle. What they don’t tell you is that according to consumer reports, the majority of those that purchase the warranty end up losing money on the investment. The rest of this blog is set

Winter weather is on the way and with it will come the need to drive in the snow and ice. Here at Caton Auto Clinic we have seen numerous incidents over the years and wanted to give you the following tips to help you be safe this winter: Allow plenty of time before traveling. Start your car early to allow for frost, ice, or snow to melt. Clean off any excess before driving- you are responsible for anything that flies

Here we are in the month of November. The wonderful colors of fall seem to be disappearing and temperatures are getting downright chilly. Here at Caton Auto Clinic we use November to really buy into the thankfulness that holidays in the month are designed around. We ended our Brakes for Breasts Campaign at the end of October where we replaced brake pads for free and donate 10% of all the brake labor to the Cleveland Clinic. This year, with the