Archive for October 2019American Brake Centers Inc. Advice: Don't Overlook These 10 Automotive ServicesPosted October 27, 2019 10:27 AMOrganization is the key to managing a busy life in KY. So setting up an annual calendar for vehicle care can keep Louisville residents on top of preventive maintenance. But you can't just write “oil change” every few months on the calendar. Modern vehicles have many systems that are vital to the safe operation of a vehicle, and they all need to be inspected. Louisville residents can't afford to overlook any of them. 6. American Brake Centers Inc. Transmission Service. Transmission fluid gets dirty and has to be replaced. If not, you risk repairs. 10. American Brake Centers Inc. Fuel System Cleaning. Over time, your fuel system just gets gummed up, which can interfere with the flow of fuel in a number of ways. American Brake Centers Inc. Battery Basics for LouisvillePosted October 20, 2019 11:37 AMIt's important for Louisville drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery – hot or cold KY weather. Most Louisville area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. However, heat does more damage to a battery than cold. Truth is, our batteries start to die a little from day one. Keeping a full charge slows the process, which is hard with short Louisville trips because the alternator doesn't have time to fully recharge the battery from starting the engine. Louisville drivers can top off the charge with a computer controlled battery charger – say, once a month in the summer and every three months during the winter.
Getting the Right Tires and Wheels in LouisvillePosted October 13, 2019 11:19 AMA lot of people get custom wheels in Louisville. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes, once they're mounted, they just don't fit right. The tires rub in turns or on bumps. You don't want that. Consulting your American Brake Centers Inc. tire professional can ensure you get the right fit. First he'll ask you a series of questions about your Louisville driving needs and what you want in your new wheels. Now, not every wheel can go on every car. Care must be taken so that tires and wheels are not too large or that the wheel is centered too far towards the outside or the inside so the tires rub. American Brake Centers Inc. Trickle Down TechnologyPosted October 6, 2019 8:19 AMRecently, Nissan introduced the latest version of its Leaf, the company's electric car. It has many new features, including something called e-Pedal. It allows the driver to let up on the accelerator and, unlike a gasoline engine car, the Leaf doesn't just slowly lose speed; letting off the throttle pedal brakes the car in a very controlled way, using regenerative and sometimes friction brakes. With practice, a driver can go for a fairly long time without touching the brake pedal. Another system, similar to those found in self-driving vehicles, can steer the car to keep it in the center of the lane using a camera and radar. It literally watches the lane markers and, of course, doesn't work well in snow that obliterates those markers. But the technology is impressive and can greatly reduce fatigue on long trips. In fact, much of this technology has "trickled down" from research on autonomous vehicles, such as adaptive cruise control that slows down your vehicle (even to a stop) if the vehicle in front of you decelerates or stops. And we can expect these features will eventually find their way into all price levels of vehicles if the past is any indication. There was a time anti-lock brakes were only found on premium vehicles; now they are on nearly all new vehicles. Traction and stability control are also prevalent, helping drivers reduce slippage and maintain control, thanks to computers. With SUVs and trucks so popular, rear backup cameras help drivers see behind their tall back ends, reducing injuries, deaths and property damage. Bumper sensors and cameras allow drivers to be visually and aurally aware of their surroundings with 360° protection. Many of these features improve our vehicle's safety and efficiency, and we can expect new technologies to crop up in the future. But just like the mechanical systems in your vehicle, it's important to maintain the electronic and computerized systems. Technicians at American Brake Centers Inc. constantly train to keep up on these latest developments. Make sure all your vehicle's components are maintained in top condition. American Brake Centers Inc. | ||
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