Don’t wait to change your timing belt until you have issues. That is a risk that you should not take. Most manufacturer’s suggest that you changing your timing belt at a specific mileage, usually between 90 and 105,000 miles. Do Not Wait Until the Last Minute! Replacing your timing belt on time or early could…
posted on February 8, 2016 by
The Truth About Air Pressure
Let’s face it. Tires are the most important component on your vehicle. They are, however, among the least understood feature of a car. Allow your friendly technician at Hi Star Auto Center to bust some common misconceptions about your tires.
posted on February 1, 2016 by
Dead Batteries: Not Just For Las Vegas Summers
Anyone that has lived in Las Vegas more than a few years will tell you that our extreme heat in the summer will increase the frequency of dead batteries. But if you think that Las Vegas summer heatwaves will kill your battery, don’t forget about our harsh winters. While most Las Vegas natives will tell…
posted on January 25, 2016 by
Motor Oil Facts: Viscosity
A quick look at the shelf in your local auto parts store will reveal a variety of motor oils with an even wider variety of specific purposes. From high-tech engine oils to higher-mileage vehicle oils. You are sure to see a wide selection of viscosities. In this article we are going to explain what motor…
posted on January 4, 2016 by
Hit a Curb! Get it Checked Out!
At Hi Star Auto we hear our customers tell us stories about them hitting curbs often. It happens to even the best of drivers. Although more common in the winter months when our Las Vegas roads are slick with ice, the reality is it can happen anytime. The question is do you have front end…
