Calgary Auto Repair, Vehicle Restoration, & Customization

Car Noises That Signal You Need Service (and What They Mean)1. Squealing or Screeching When BrakingLikely cause: Worn brake pads (most common) Glazed rotors Sticking brake caliper Service needed: Brake inspection Replace brake pads Machine or replace rotors Service/caliper lubrication 2. Grinding While BrakingLikely cause: Brake pads fully worn down Metal-on-metal contact Service needed: Immediate brake pad + rotor replacement Possible caliper replacement if damaged 3. Humming or Growling From the Wheels (Changes With Speed)Likely cause: Worn wheel bearing Cupped tires Failing CV joint Service needed: Wheel bearing replacement Tire rotation or replacement Suspension/CV joint inspection 4. Clicking When TurningLikely cause: Failed CV axle/CV joint Ser ... read more

Should you get your car serviced at an auto shop or a dealership? Sometimes we just want you to read what other people are saying about topics like this. Don't let us influence you and always do your own research. We are always here to talk and will give you the best advice we can. We hope you find this useful.DaleOriginal story and post on lowestrates.ca by Dominic LicorishAs far as I’m concerned, cars are magic. I know they have transmissions, drivetrains, horsepower, and all those other things they say in commercials, but as to how they all fit together and work? Don’t know, don’t care, and I’m sure many people who own cars don’t either.If you don’t know how to fix your car, someone else is gonna have to do it. Generally speaking, that means finding an auto repair shop, and those come in two flavours: independent and deal ... read more