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What impacts oil change prices?

In Oil Change by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

As the due date for their next oil change draws closer, a lot of drivers wonder how much it will cost them. A few factors can have an impact on the bill. Oil change prices can depend on how many quarts a vehicle has and the type of oil it needs. The make and model of a car also play …

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Five possible reasons why your air conditioning isn’t working

In Vehicle Maintenance by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

It’s that time of the year where the sun is beating down and many drivers are starting to notice that their vehicle’s air conditioning system isn’t doing the job. Here are a few possible causes behind this problem: Low on freon: The car could be low on refrigerant, which means that it likely has a leak. Air conditioning leaks could …

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How to keep your car air conditioning condenser clean

In Vehicle Maintenance by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

Air conditioning offers sweet relief from the hot summer sun. Like other parts of your vehicle, maintaining it is necessary. Many parts make up an air conditioning system. The condenser is responsible for condensing the refrigerant that runs through it. Cleaning your air conditioning condenser is one way you can maintain it. Air conditioning condenser cleaning process You will want …

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Mercedes parts replaced after wheel falls off

In Brakes, Suspension by HomeTowne Auto Repair & Tire

One of our customers was driving down the road when a wheel on their Mercedes fell off. The impact resulted in damage to the steering knuckle, which connects suspension and steering parts. It also damaged the hub bearing, which allows the wheels to rotate. One of our technicians changed them and the brake dust shield. These Mercedes parts were replaced …