It’s important to understand the symptoms of low transmission fluid in automobiles. Why? Because if you’re able to answer the question, “How do you know if your car needs transmission fluid?” confidently, then you can potentially avoid some pretty expensive…
Read MoreWhy Do Head Gaskets Blow?
When it comes to head gaskets, one of the most common questions we receive at Colony One Auto Center is, “Why do head gaskets blow?” Head gaskets play an important role in your car’s engine and if one “blows” —…
Read MoreWhy Is My Check Engine Light Flashing?
Every car owner knows the worry that comes with having to ask, “Why is my check engine light flashing?” Part of the reason a flashing engine light is so nerve-wracking (and why people might be tempted to ignore it) is…
Read MoreWhy is My Car Leaking Oil When Parked?
When someone reverses out of their garage and sees a stain, one of the first questions they ask is, “Why is my car leaking oil when parked?” This question is then quickly followed up by others, including, “Can you drive…
Read MoreHow Often Do You Replace Spark Plugs?
If you’ve had trouble accelerating or if your car has been idling rougher than normal lately, you might be wondering, How often should I have my spark plugs replaced? The short answer to questions like this one is always: check…
Read MoreWhat is a Good Car Repair Warranty?
When you know what to look for, you can tell a lot about repair shops by the quality of the car repair warranty they offer. Specifically, an auto repair shop’s warranty can give you insight into the quality of the…
Read MoreYour Top 10 Automotive Alignment Questions, Answered
Sure, you’ve heard of automotive alignment, but do you know exactly what it is and why you should care about it? Subtle changes in your automotive alignment can affect the way your car drives and create unnecessary tire wear. Get…
Read MoreWhat Does The SRS Light Mean?
So you’ve noticed the SRS light has come on in your car — but what does the SRS light mean? Which parts of your car does the SRS control? Will you wind up stranded on the side of the road…
Read MoreHow to Clean Corroded Battery Cables: An Unintimidating, Step-By-Step Guide
People are taught (or teach themselves) how to change a tire or check their oil, but not as many people know how to clean corroded battery cables. Getting under the hood can be intimidating and, if you’re busy, too time-consuming…
Read MoreWorn Clutch Symptoms to Watch Out For
Your clutch is a complicated, multi-part mechanism that plays a crucial role in your car’s ability to change gears. A failed or worn clutch can leave you stranded on the side of the road or with an unexpected and rather…
Read MoreHow to Know if a Wheel Bearing is Bad: Understanding the Signs
Wheel bearings allow your wheel/tire to rotate around the hub assembly. So when wheel bearings start to go bad, you’re in for a bumpy ride. If you live in the greater Houston area, we know that the last thing you…
Read MoreHot Weather Car Tips: Beat the Heat
Is hot weather bad for cars? It certainly can be, but driving in hot weather doesn’t have to damage your car. You can have a car that functions properly even if the temperature outside is unbearable. Here are a few…
Read More5 Reasons Your Car Battery Won’t Hold a Charge
No one likes dealing with a dead battery, but luckily, a charged battery is only one jump away. Unless you’re stranded in the middle of nowhere, jumpstarting your car typically isn’t the end of the world. But what happens if…
Read MoreHow Much is a Car Inspection in Texas?
Most Texas car drivers know that they need to get their car inspected annually. But if you were to ask them, “How much is a car inspection in Texas?” you’d find that most people aren’t sure of the answer. So,…
Read MoreColony One Auto Center’s Printable Road Trip Car Checklist
Print me out. Have no doubt. Concerned about what you should check on your car before a road trip? This checklist, built from our original road trip checklist, covers all the basics. Air filter Replace the air filter every 15,000…
Read MoreYour Essential Road Trip Car Checklist
First of all, congratulations! Not only are you going on a road trip, but you’re being smart and making a road trip car checklist, upping the safety of everyone on the road. While we’ve already covered what should be on…
Read MoreHow to Diagnose the Smoke Coming from Your Exhaust Pipe
When you look in your rearview mirror and see smoke coming from your exhaust pipe, alarm bells might start going off in your head. Car owners are trained to anticipate the worst when their car starts smoking; however, while smoke…
Read MoreShould I Put New Tires on the Front or Back of My Car?
Knowing whether new tires go on the front or back of your car can mean the difference between getting where you need to go and losing control of your car on the road. Nevertheless, about as many people know whether…
Read MoreHow Long Can You Put Off an Oil Change?
It’s long been the standard to take your car in for an oil change every three months or 3,000 miles. However, a lot has changed since the 3-month/3,000-mile adage was created. In fact, this advice may now be outdated, especially…
Read MoreWhy You Should Replace Your Dirty Car Air Filter
It might be an important part of regular car maintenance, but for many people, changing your car’s dirty air filter tends to fall by the wayside. Unfortunately, a dirty car air filter can create additional problems for your vehicle, including…
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