Automotive News & Information - Always On Time Auto & RV Repair

Whether you’ve been driving for five days or fifty years, there’s always room for improvement. At Always On Time Auto & RV Repair in [BUSINESS_CITY[, we want to keep you safe. If you firmly believe you've got stellar skills behind the wheel, keep in mind that even the world's most talented racecar drivers are constantly training and sharpening their driving techniques.

At Always On Time Auto & RV Repair in Santa Clarita, CA, we see our fair share of warning lights and dashboard notifications. If your ABS light is illuminated, here’s what you need to know. First, it should be noted that the ABS light is supposed to illuminate for a few seconds after you turn the key, as part of a system test. If the light stays illuminated or comes on again randomly, there’s an issue somewhere that must be addressed.

Transmissions rarely go out without a warning. Typically it takes a while, during which time there will be observable symptoms. Sometimes it’s an easy fix and sometimes it isn’t, but it’s always better to catch an issue and get it repaired as soon as possible. Always On Time Auto & RV Repair in Santa Clarita, CA has provided you with a few things to watch out for.

Does your car, truck, or SUV shift at the wrong moment? Always On Time Auto & RV Repair in Santa Clarita has the solution. Shift point issues can manifest themselves in two ways; either your car will rapidly shift through several or all the gears at low speed, low rpm, getting to the highest gear before you’ve gained enough momentum, or shifts will be delayed, the transmission refusing to shift until far into the RPM range.

Tires are what keeps your vehicle rolling, literally. Many people have found that shopping for tires is overwhelming because there are just so many choices. At Always On Time Auto & RV Repair, we want to break it down for you so that it's easier to understand. There are four main categories of tires, and the right ones for you will depend on the kind of driving you do. Let's talk more about that!

Tire pressure may seem innocuous enough, but at Always On Time Auto & RV Repair in Santa Clarita, we know how much of a difference correct tire pressure makes. Tire pressure checks are just one of many regular service items we check when you bring your truck in for servicing, but it’s one that’s more important than you might think.

No matter what you drive, compression is important. On fleet and commercial diesel engines, it’s essential. At Always On Time Auto & RV Repair in Santa Clarita, CA, we have the knowledge and ability you need to keep your fleet on the road and running strong.

Vehicles driving on a highway with headlights on

All the lights on your vehicle have an important job to do. Brake lights, tail lights, blinkers, reverse lights, and headlights are a crucial part of driving. Lights make you visible, make things visible to you, and allow you to communicate with other drivers. All of a vehicle’s lights make driving easier and safer, and all of them are important...not to mention legally required.