Representing roughly one-third of all accidents, the rear-end collisions are the most common type of motor vehicle crashes every year in the country. With most rear-end accidents occurring at lower speeds and causing minor structural damage, the seemingly minor cosmetic damage can actually by camouflaging more serious damage that can increase safety risks down the…
An indication there is a problem with the engine, ranging from mild to severe, when you see the check-engine light illuminating on the dashboard can arise many emotions to the surface. Many drivers get anxious, especially when you are driving to the next destination once the light pops on. The light coming on can become…
Business owners are frequently searching for cost-effective and successful methods of advertisement in order to get noticed. By customizing the automotive body paint for your company vehicles, you can be more noticeable as well as generate potential customers. Among other benefits, getting your vehicles custom painted can help you get noticed on the roads, no…
Alloy wheels were introduced in the 1920s by casting aluminum, magnesium or a combination of both. They were uncommon and inexpensive at the time and were used for high-end sport cars because they were lighter in weight and increased handling. These wheels were popular through the 1950s and 1960s but were still only available in…
Here at Top Notch Body Shop & Mechanic we help our customers with a variety of different projects. One of our favorite things to do is help you give your car a facelift by giving it a new paint job. There are many different reasons that people choose to paint their car. Today we are…
Is there anything more terrifying that finding yourself in a car accident? If you are one of the lucky ones that has never been in an accident, you definitely don’t want to experience one anytime soon. Every day, vehicles come out with more and more technology that help drivers avoid car accidents at all costs.…
Hailstorms are a major nightmare for car owners, especially when they don’t have enough garage space to protect their vehicles. Hail is a chunk of ice that can range from very small (only the size of a bb bullet), while others can get as large as tennis balls. Hail is very destructive especially for vehicles…
For your wheel-tire set, tire balancing can be seen as a tune-up. The tire balancing ensures that the weight is evenly distributed around the entire circumference of the unit. The floorboard or the seat that gets worse at faster speeds, poor fuel economy, faster tread wear, and unevenness are the common symptoms of out of…
The suspension system is what supports the car and provides for a smoother ride. A combination of springs and hydraulics it is what accommodates the ride of your car or truck. Your tires contribute to your ride as does the springs and shock absorbers. The MacPherson Strut combines the springs and the shocks into one…
Thank heaven we have vehicles to get us quickly to and from where we need to be. Most people heavily rely on a vehicle to provide them with the transportation that they need every day. This is why is so frustrating when you go to use your vehicle and can’t get it to start. Most…
