When a car comes to the end of its life, it can be stressful thinking about the new vehicle that will eventually have to take its place. Of course, such a thing isn’t cheap. The reality is that most of us do not have enough cash lying around to pay for a vehicle in full. A new car means a car note. If you’re like most, you’ll do everything you can think of to [...]
The health of your exhaust system, along with a working muffler and catalytic converter, are crucial to the health of your car, wallet, air quality, and passengers. To keep them performing properly and prevent harm in these areas, take your car into your trusted auto care center in a timely fashion if you notice any signs of exhaust system impairment. Have your car checked out by an exhaust, catalytic converter, and muffler master if [...]
Take care of your transmission to keep your tires moving forward! Without it transferring the power from your engine to your wheels, your vehicle can’t transport you anywhere. Stay alert and take your transmission to a trusted auto repair expert at the first sign of trouble! Listen to your senses, and take action right away if: You See… Fluid Leaking Out Your transmission requires fluid in order to carry out its duties. If this [...]
The cities across Utah are gearing up for severe street repairs now that the winter weather is finally beginning to loosen its icy grip. Road crews are scrambling to fill potholes as the ground thaws in certain areas before they get any deeper or more destructive. Many states have strict laws about what happens if a driver causes an accident because of a pothole (or other avoidable road hazards), but here’s what we have [...]
Cars have a huge environmental impact, from the process of making them, to the release of emissions through using them in daily life. All of the road trips, work travel, shopping excursions and use of transportation across the world account for between 15 to 20 percent of the globe's yearly greenhouse gas emissions. While there are incredible technological advances being made to reduce emissions caused by transportation, like developing electric vehicles, finding alternatives [...]
Do you know what a catalytic converter is, and what it does? Learn more about it from the Clearfield car repair team at Master Muffler. If you think it’s hard work getting your car emissions tested every year before your registration expires, think about how hard your catalytic converter works daily to remove the most harmful compounds from your car’s exhaust. What’s in a Car’s Exhaust? When an engine uses fuel, it produces emissions [...]
It’s the Most Worrisome Time of the Year As a one-time host of the Winter Olympics, Utah has long been a favorite vacation destination for skiing, snowboarding, and all sorts of frigid fun. After all, we do have “The Greatest Snow on Earth.” But for Utah drivers who must battle those elements every year, who are hoping to avoid being in one of the nearly 10,000 annual weather-related crashes, the snow quickly becomes “the [...]
An oil leak isn’t just an inconvenience; it could be an indicator of bigger problems yet to come. Whether you want to address an oil leak yourself or rely on the Clearfield car repair services at Master Muffler, don’t put off the maintenance! Why is My Car Leaking Oil? Unfortunately, there’s more than one place from which your vehicle could be leaking oil. While you may not immediately be able to locate the source, [...]
Just like you, your car needs to stay hydrated to function properly. You might be able to get by consuming just 64 ounces of water per day, but your car needs a lot more liquids to operate at its best. The Clearfield car repair team at Master Muffler shares this guide to car fluids so you can be in the know. A Guide to Car Fluids The fluids you put into your vehicle keep [...]
It can be hard to let go of a vehicle you’ve relied on for years. It may have taken you through high school, your first job, college, road trips, and moves, but it can’t go with you forever. Whether it’s your first car or your fifth, don’t let nostalgia prevent you from seeing the signs your vehicle is becoming unsafe to drive. You may have a solution for some of your car’s quirks but [...]
