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Brake fluid is used in modern vehicles and is known as hydraulic fluid that is a liquid solution used to maintain the operation of all types of motorcycles, trucks, and various types of bicycles. It converts force into pressure and can boost the braking force for added safety and stopping power on the road. The pressure is delivered to both the front and rear brakes of the vehicle due to the incompressible liquids in use.

Brake fluid should be replaced every two years or 30,000 miles, whichever comes first. Aggressive driving patterns may require the brake fluid to be…

It's that time of year again when the rain starts coming down in sheets and the roads become slick with water. Hydroplaning can be a major hazard during wet weather, so it's important to know how to avoid it.

Here are some tips to avoid hydroplaning:

-Slow down when driving in wet weather. This may seem like common sense, but it's important to remember that water on the road can make it slippery and reduce your traction.

-Make sure your tires have enough tread. Worn out tires are more likely to hydroplane.

-Avoid puddles and standing water…

Tire rotations aren't mysterious. They merely sound like they are: forward cross and X-pattern, for example. These two along with rearward cross, side-to-side and front-to-back are the most common tire rotations. Our factory-trained Earthycars techs serving customers from Burlington and surrounding areas demystify tire rotations for your benefit.

The Rearward Cross

A rearward cross tire rotation calls for moving the rear axle tires directly forward. A full-size spare takes the right rear tire position. The former right front tire takes the left rear tire position.

If you're wondering what a transfer case is, you're not alone. A lot of people don't know what this component of their vehicle does, but it's an important one! We'll explain what they do and how they work, and we'll also provide some tips on how to take care of them. Stay tuned!

A transfer case is a gearbox that is located between the transmission and the driveshaft. It is responsible for transferring power from the engine to the wheels. There are two types of transfer cases: full-time and part-time. Full-time transfer cases are…

Engine issues are some of the most scary mechanical problems out there. When the engine overheats, it means a part of your cooling system has failed. This is not only dangerous, but it can potentially cause significant damage to your vehicle as well. 

The first part of the cooling system is the thermostat, which keeps track of the temperature of the engine. The thermostat allows the engine to heat up to its operating temperature then starts letting in coolant as needed. If the thermostat breaks, it may not signal that it is time for coolant, causing your engine to overheat…

Before you tow anything, you need to familiarize yourself with a number of important terms. Those terms are curb weight, gross vehicle weight, gross combined vehicle weight, gross trailer weight and trailer tongue weight. The curb weight is how much a vehicle weighs when it is empty. The gross vehicle weight is the combined weight of the entire vehicle and all of its components, such as the cargo, fuel and passengers. The gross combined vehicle weight is the total weight of the trailer and the vehicle.

The gross trailer weight is how much the trailer weighs when it is loaded…

Your exhaust system is made up of several components that makes your vehicle safer to operate. It prevents dangerous fumes from accumulating inside of your vehicle. It also reduces the amount of harmful gas that is released into the environment. There are many signs that you may notice if there is something wrong with your exhaust system. For example, the muffler, which is a part of the exhaust system, may be more noisy than usual.

You may also find that you have to make more trips to the gas station. There are many things that can lower your fuel economy…

LATCH is short for Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children. It is the hardware provided for the installation of child seats and to make it easier to transport children. Ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety seek to make automakers focus more on LATCH hardware.

When evaluating LATCH, the IIHS looks at the ease of use of the lower anchor and the tether. They check the lower anchor to ensure it has a depth of less 2 cm and are visible from a 60-degree viewing angle. The lower anchor also needs to have a clearance angle of at least…

You probably look forward to taking your vehicle out when the weather is warm. You can prepare your vehicle for your outings by giving it a good cleaning. Your vehicle needs a good wash in order to get rid of the dirt and grime that it has built up during the winter. It is important to remember that a deep cleaning is different from a normal wash. A deep cleaning gets underneath the car. It is more effective for getting rid of the accumulated dirt.

You should also clean out the interior of your car. Make sure that you remove…

While the mixture of sand and salt spread on icy roads makes your winter commute easier, it’s not doing your vehicle’s exterior any favors. If it’s not getting sandblasted by grit, the salt water slurry is finding its way into any exposed metal foothold and beginning the corrosion process. You can avoid lasting damage fairly easily with just a little preparation.

Your paint acts as a shield against rust, and your best way of protecting it is with a quality coating of wax. Ideally, you’ll apply this before the worst of winter weather sets in and…