Automotive Services FAQ
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- Is where I buy my gasoline important?
- What care should be given to a car not driven in a long time?
- Do you recommend extended service plans?
- How long does it take to check my transmission?
- What size replacement tire is best?
- How often should I get a transmission fluid change?
- How do I know I will not be overcharged for my repair?
- On a long trip what maintenance should be done?
- Does using air-conditioning affect my fuel economy?
- How often should I wash & wax my car?
Ask A Mechanic!
Your car's engine should not be left idling unnecessarily for more than a minute. In a situation where you are waiting for a long freight train to pass you can burn more gas letting the car idle that were you to turn your engine off and then back on again.
When stopped for extended periods should I shut off my engine?
Your car's engine should not be left idling unnecessarily for more than a minute. In a situation where you are waiting for a long freight train to pass you can burn more gas letting the car idle that were you to turn your engine off and then back on again.