DIY Tips to Add Years to Your Car’s Life

Your vehicle is your life line to the rest of the world. Statistics show that more and more car owners are planning on driving their vehicle “until it dies” and in today’s economy, the longer that is, the better. With the average price of a new vehicle coming in at over $30,000, maximizing in your…

Replace Your Timing Belt

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…

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.

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…

Inspect Your Battery!

The battery in your Las Vegas vehicle is essential in order for it to run. The alternator helps by charging the battery, allowing it to work properly. Without either of these two components you would not be able to run your vehicle. Your battery provides electricity to start the engine, ignite the fuel, operate the…