Ever wonder how your vehicle’s transmission is connected to your wheels? After all, when you hit a pothole or some other uneven part of a road’s surface, there has to be something that can...
You climb inside your vehicle, start the ignition, and reach for the fan control for the heating or air conditioning. But when you try to crank it up, no air comes out of the vents. It can make ...
As your vehicle ages, its performance isn’t quite what it used to be, but many of us never notice the change because it’s gradual. So here are a few questions to ask yourself. ...
The internal combustion engine in your vehicle counts on two things that mix together to be burned in the engine for power: fuel and air. Both are important, of course. If you run out of f...
For most drivers, at some point you’re going to have a flat tire. Depending on how it was damaged, it may have to be replaced. But sometimes, a repair will do the trick, as long as the pun...
When one of your vehicle’s warning lights comes on, the first thing that comes to mind is, “Oh, no, what’s wrong now?” When it’s the battery light, it means there’s...
Jim Phibbs Auto Service Tech Question:I'm Collins of Knoxville. I had my engine go out and had to have it completely re-done at Jim Phibbs Auto Service in Knoxville. What could I have done to prevent ...
Thanks for visiting the Jim Phibbs Auto Service auto care blog. Today's post lists 5 important reasons Knoxville drivers should follow recommended maintenance schedules.1. Be SafeA well-maintained car...