“Emergency Shopping" is not to be confused with a “Shopping Emergency.” This one is encouraging you to go shopping for a few items that could help you out if you ever have an e...
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Question:I'm really confused about auto service intervals for various items on my car. Help!Beach Ready Auto Answer:The simple answer for Outer Banks residents is to follow the ve...
The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for Outer Banks and our environment here in NC. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the botto...
Wheel alignment is often overlooked until serious tire damage has been done. One wheel can be knocked out of alignment from the rest by hitting a curb or pothole. The tires will wear out v...
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When someone mentions diesels around Outer Banks, images of smoky, rattly trucks may spring to mind. The fact is that the modern, clean diesel engine is much more refined than in ...
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Most Outer Banks residents associate turbochargers and superchargers with hot rods and racing. However, the number of everyday cars and trucks coming to Outer Banks from the facto...
Owner's manuals have schedules for preventive maintenance. Outer Banks can check on things like oil changes, transmission service and so on. They say you should change your oil after driving a certain...
We rely on our brakes to safely slow and stop our vehicles. You’ve probably had the experience where you’ve slammed on your brakes and started to skid. When your wheels are locked up, you ...
