Almost no one likes to go out in the cold or drive on snow and ice, but winter driving can actually be helpful. How? Winter conditions can often bring about noises or just make existing noises more noticeable, and those sounds can point to much-needed maintenance. What Squeaks and Squeals Mean If your car is making squeaks or squeals that you did not notice in warmer temperatures, your car may be experiencing: Loose or misaligned
During the winter, when you are going “over the river and through the woods” to get to all your holiday fiestas, you want your travels to be comfortable…and that means you need a car heater that works. To ensure it does—and before disaster strikes—take your car in for heater maintenance. Why Your Car Heater May Stop Working Car heaters can break down for a variety of reasons: The thermostat may be stuck The heater core
Many people purchase an RV to head out on the open road and see the country without having to worry about lodging along the way. And, what better time to tour small towns and back roads than when you’re on your way to visit relatives for the holidays? But if your holiday travels end with a crash, where do you take your RV for body repairs? ABC Paint & Body in Las Cruces! Common RV
No matter how careful we are behind the wheel, dents and dings happen. You scratch the paint with your own keys. That tree branch came out of nowhere! But even though these imperfections seem minor, you need to get them repaired before winter’s chill hits. Dents and Dings Aren’t Just Cosmetic Issue Of course, dents and dings detract from your car’s exterior appearance, and that alone can significantly decrease the (resale) value of your car
Hail causes hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage every year, and quite a bit of the money spent is on new paint jobs. Hail chips away flakes of paint, leaving your car’s structure vulnerable to rust as well as making it look ragged. You’ve invested time and money into your car; you don’t want to risk it becoming damaged, or leave it looking uncared for. But did the hail cause damage that needs a
Changing the oil isn’t a wildly difficult thing to do. Just like checking the air in the tires, changing an air filter or swapping out windshield wipers—these are simple things that every car owner should know how to do for themselves. But what about more extensive DIY auto maintenance and repair? You may be able to change the bulb in your taillight without taking your car in, but locating the short in the wire that’s
Some cars seem to be taking up more money than they’re worth in repair bills. Others become severely damaged in an accident and you’re left with a decision to make: do you invest in repairs or simply buy a new car? There are a few things to consider before choosing. Will These Repairs Extend the Life of Your Car? Cars last a decade or more on average, longer if you’re meticulous about maintenance. But machines
A car accident is stressful enough; you don’t need the additional hassle of trying to find an auto body repair shop that can handle the repairs you need. And you really don’t need the trouble of finding a shop that will take your insurance coverage. Direct repair programs help save you hassle. Insurance companies make agreements with body shops, such as ABC Paint & Body, and these DRPs help you. How? We’ll tell you! When
Your car is how you get around, and the last thing you want to do is be stuck at home while you’re waiting for it to get a new coat of paint. But there’s a reason that professional paint jobs can take several days. It’s not just because a paint shop is usually attending multiple vehicles; it’s the process itself! The Process is Intensive! A professional paint job involves more than just putting a quick
With summer not too far ahead, you’ve got a chance to jump into preparations before it’s time to get busy. If you’re looking at taking your RV out for a family vacation, you want to ensure that it’s tuned up, washed and ready to go. But when you take a look, there’s a scratch here, a chunk of paint missing there… Do you really need to have a paint job repaired just for your summer
