Most people understand the importance of keeping their vehicle maintained. Most apply maintenance as getting routine oil changes, filter checks, tire rotations and pressure inspections and so forth. However, few people realize diagnostic testing can also help in keeping their vehicle healthy and running well. Unfortunately, too many people believe that diagnostic tests are only…
Hail storms can strike without warning and a number of vehicles are left outside to receive terrible body damage. When a vehicle has hail damage, the owner will look for ways to repair their vehicle. There are lots of hail damage repair kits that you can buy and apply yourself. However, these kits never work…
There has been an increased focus being placed on the environmental impact of vehicles in the automotive industry. The effect of refrigerants is driving the demand for a more sustainable refrigeration solution that provides expert cooling performance with a less significant impact on the environment. With this in mind, we at Top Notch Body Shop…
Texas summers get hot and muggy, which makes traveling from the store, to work and other places, quite miserable. Luckily, all modern vehicles are designed with their own air conditioner to help keep us cooled while we drive throughout the city. When the air conditioner goes out, it is unbearable to say the least. Often…
When you own a car you want to make sure you do what you can to take care of it. The car that you have is something you rely on to get you around from work to your extra activities that you choose to do. There are several regular maintenance things that are required to…
Brakes require repairs from time to time due to constant use. To ensure the brakes are operating to their full potential, they require routine services and replacement because of the lifespan of the brake parts. We at Top Notch Auto Body & Mechanic would like to share the signs that suggest your brakes need attention.…
Many people spend a considerable amount of time in their vehicle. Unfortunately, with the time spent inside vehicles, it only goes without saying that the interior is a very dirty places where microorganisms thrive, including disease-causing bacteria and viruses. In a recent study in fact, a child’s car seat can potentially contain even more germs…
Waxing the car is not always followed from the car wash. Generally, most skip the wax because people do not view it as necessary. Wax is in act a necessary step in maintain your car, not only so that it looks its best, but also so that the paint is protected. Today, we at Top…
Texas is known for its hot humid summer and that winters often remain warm enough that drivers must rely on the vehicle A/C to keep them comfortable. A vehicle A/C system will wear down and eventually require replacements or repair. When the A/C is beginning to fail, it will often give some warning signs that…
When an automobile develops small chips in its paint, it can turn into a bigger and more expensive problem down the road. When you see paint chips on your vehicle it is important to act fast. There are a number of options you can take to help prevent further chipping as well as repair the…
