A main safety responsibility of a car owner is to make sure a vehicle’s tires are in top condition. You accomplish this important endeavor by regularly checking your tires’ treads. You should perform what generally is known as the penny test at least once a month. The penny test involves inserting a one-cent coin between…
Dealing with an emergency while driving can be scary. With the right preparedness, a driver can, hopefully, deal with the situation. Being prepared includes having the right tools and know-how. Ultimately, the goal here is to keep yourself safe. That might involve some work with the car, after directing it to a safe location.. A…
Like many Tampa drivers, you probably don’t think much about your windshield wiper blades until you actually need them. These simple and relatively low-cost components are essential for ensuring good visibility during inclement weather. At Maus Acura of North Tampa, we want local motorists to know when to change their wiper blades and why changing…
Brake fluid is essential for the brakes on your vehicle to work properly. Without brake fluid, your car or truck would be unable to stop when you push the brake pedal inside your vehicle. Brake fluid eventually absorbs moisture from the air, causing the fluid to degrade and not work properly. It is extremely important…
Here at Maus Acura of North Tampa, we are always looking at ways to help you learn more about your automobile. One of the areas we believe you can improve your care and maintenance of your vehicle is through a greater understanding of the leaks you may see on or under your car. When you…
A tire blowout isn’t a common occurrence, but there is always a risk that it could happen. There are some risk factors that increase your chances of experiencing a tire blowout. There are also some ways that you can try to prevent a tire blowout from occurring. Periodically, check your tire tread to make sure…
Do not think of getting a car wash as something that is costing you money. You have to realize that getting a car wash is something saving you money in the long run. A car with dirt collecting on it is one that is not performing to the top standards that it should be. Occasionally,…
Most people believe that the terms refer to steering too little or too much when turning a corner or entering a curve. However, there are other factors at play that may contribute to the problem. Many new vehicles are equipped with stability control technology that helps make the correction. See the selection of cars, trucks…
