by autoTECH Blackhawk | Oct 24, 2025 | Smog Checks
For your car to be ready for a smog check is about getting the engine and exhaust components functioning properly and your car meeting the test for clean air regulations. Smog checks examine tailpipe emissions, the vehicle’s computer, and components such as the gas...
by autoTECH Blackhawk | Oct 12, 2025 | Smog Checks
Smog check failures tend to originate from issues with your car’s exhaust, emissions system, or engine sensors. For the most part, cars don’t pass if there’s something up with the catalytic converter, faulty oxygen sensors, or a damaged gas cap. Even minor leaks in...
by autoTECH Blackhawk | Jul 18, 2025 | Brake Repairs
A brake pad replacement guide covers the types of brake pads, how long they last, and what it costs to change them. Brake pads come in common types like ceramic, metallic, and organic, each with its pros for daily drives or heavy use. Most brake pads last around...
by autoTECH Blackhawk | May 11, 2025 | Fuel System Cleaning
Key Takeaways Rough idling, poor acceleration, lower fuel economy, starting problems, and strange noises should be recognized as the early warning symptoms of a dirty fuel system, potentially affecting your vehicle’s general performance and efficiency. By paying...
by autoTECH Blackhawk | May 7, 2025 | Fuel System Cleaning
Key Takeaways What makes fuel system cleaning the most overlooked maintenance service is that the symptoms sneak up on you and easily get confused with other mechanical maladies. Additives and DIY techniques aren’t enough for the deep cleaning we need, so you want to...
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