Engine & Transmission Repairs
When to Use Premium Gasoline
When you pull up to the gas pump, do you choose premium or regular gasoline? Premium gasoline sounds like it should be a better choice for your vehicle, but this isn’t the case. Learning the difference between premium and regular gasoline can help you decide which type of petrol you should use. Understanding Premium Gasoline…
Read More4 Signs Your Engine Is Leaking Oil
Oil lubricates your vehicle’s engine, preventing corrosion and reducing the amount of wear and tear sustained by the moving parts. An oil leak can cause serious problems, which means it’s important that you’re able to recognize if there’s an issue with this fluid. Indeed, the ability to identify the signs of a leak will ensure…
Read More6 Signs That Your Alternator Is Failing
The alternator is a crucial part of your car’s electrical system. It powers most of the vehicle’s electrical components when the engine is running, including the headlights, windshield wipers, dashboard instruments, power steering and radio. The alternator is also what keeps the battery charged so that your car turns on whenever you need it. If…
Read MoreA History of Brakes – by Minit-Tune’s Auto Repair Experts
We have come a long way from the horse and buggy. Amongst the most important mechanical innovations of the last two centuries are the complicated braking systems that make our automobiles so safe today. As motorized vehicles became more and more common, people began to discover more sophisticated ways of controlling their cars. From the…
Read More8 Common Auto Engine Sounds and What They Mean
As a car owner, perhaps one of the most frustrating and frightening things that can happen is experiencing car failure. We rely on our vehicles to take us safely to our desire destinations, and more often than not seeing that “check engine” light pop up on your dash means your trouble requires auto repair. At…
Read MoreShould I Have My Radiator Flushed? Minit-Tune Has the Answer
Your vehicle’s cooling system can impact the life of the vehicle as well as the engine and other internal components. If you’re one of those people who pops the hood and can’t tell a spark plug from a windshield wiper, then you probably need to trust your cooling system to the trained technicians at Minit…
Read MoreSpecial Offers on Auto Repairs in Vancouver and Surrounding Cities
An automobile that is in top shape will always make your ride safer and more efficient. But in order to optimize your vehicle’s performance, periodic repairs and maintenance is an absolute necessity. Certain basic checks and fluid top-ups are easy to manage on your own. But for other complex services, you need a reliable auto…
Read MoreCome to the Consumer’s Choice for Auto Repair in Vancouver and Surrounding Cities
The winners of Vancouver’s Consumer Choice Awards have been announced and Minit-Tune & Brake Auto Centres are proud to announce that we have been awarded Consumer’s Choice for Automobile Service & Repair. We have held this honour for 11 years and we are so glad that consumers in Vancouver are pleased with our focus on…
Read MoreTime for Spring Cleaning! Get Your Vehicle Ready for Spring Vacations
Spring is almost here and with the warmer temperature comes time for spring cleaning. While you are focusing on the interior and exterior of your home, do not forget your vehicle. Just like your home, your vehicle needs a little extra spring cleaning care too. Not just on the outside but under the hood as…
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