Bowling Green Mobile Mechanic

Driving with a damaged catalytic converter can lead to failed emissions tests and suspension of your vehicle registration. If you suspect your catalytic converter is failing, don't wait! Bring your vehicle into our shop at your earliest convenience.    What Your Catalytic Converter Does Your catalytic converter is one of the most important parts of your vehicle. It's responsible for converting harmful toxins that can come from your car's engine into more environmentally friendly byproducts. The most common byproducts produced by catalytic converters are breathable water vapor and carbon dioxide.   These less harmful products make it safer for passengers in vehicles to breathe cleaner air. It also causes lower emissions on the road.   How to Tell If Your Catalytic Converter is Going Bad? There are a few key signs that tell you that your catalytic converter may be about to go bad. Many drivers report an unpleasant ... read more

With deer season upon us in Bowling Green, KY, your chances of this time of year. Did you know that the deer population is almost 1M in the state of KY? Please stay as safe as possible while on the road by following these easy tips! Be cautious when driving during dusk or dawn Deer wander the most during sunrise and sunset. Please ensure that you and your passengers are wearing seat belts at all times just in case you have to hard brake. Be on the lookout for deer signs It's extra important to be on the lookout for wildlife when driving through forested areas. Sometimes, they'll even wander in suburban neighborhoods in search of food, so it's essential to cautiously drive even if you're out of a deer zone. Stay sharp if you spot a deer Deer tend to travel in groups – so if you can spot one, slow down and proceed with caution.  Use your high beams at night Night driving can strain the eyes, so be sure you utilize your high beams when appropriate. You ... read more

Who doesn't love the feeling of driving a clean, like-new car? Car detailing will ultimately give you that result. Besides adding shine, there are many benefits of vehicle detailing that exceed the average car wash. Let's get into the details (no pun intended) of this meticulous car cleaning service and what the benefits of it include. Car detailing is a deep clean of a vehicle to make it look almost new, including the car's interior and exterior. The process usually entails the following: Hand wash and dry  Removal of all bugs, tar, and sap on the outside of the car Clean and shine tires and rims Wax application Interior vacuum Floor mat cleaning Clean and condition on all leather surfaces Interior and exterior window and windshield cleaning Shampooing carpets and more! PROS OF DETAILING Retains Resale Value - A professional detailing job can take away minor imperfections in and on your car. If you get in the habit of getting it done, it will make it easie ... read more

The suspension system of your car works to ensure driving comfort is sustained. It smoothens out the bumps on the road providing traction and keeps the wheels on the ground. This system is complex and composed of different components such as shock absorbers, struts, springs, ball joints, and other parts. These, along with the wheels, control how your vehicle handles the road and helps manage wear and tear.   However, it's sometimes tricky to diagnose suspension problems in your car. The signs may be present but can be mistaken for other problems. It's vital to recognize these warning signs as early as possible and to have your suspension repaired when needed.   Signs Indicating Suspension Problems Have your suspension system checked when you begin experiencing difficulties controlling your car and your ride gets rough. Here are the common signs your suspension system needs repair:   A Bumpy Ride This is the most significa ... read more

An engine head gasket is a ringed panel that is mounted between the engine block and cylinder head. Its job is to act as a barrier to prevent coolant and motor oil from leaking into nearby cylinders. Unluckily, the gasket head is located next to one of the hottest parts of the motor. If your engine overheats, it can cause the head gasket to ultimately fail. A blown head gasket can cause irreversible engine damage and should be inspected as soon as it’s safe to do so. To prevent a disaster from happening, here are five of the most prevalent signs that your vehicle has a blown head gasket.    Signs of a Blown Head Gasket: Overheating Your engine will overheat when oil leaks into the coolant system, which disables the coolant from adequately cooling off the engine. Our motor experiences elevated temperatures, especially when driving at low speeds.   Misfiring and Rough Idling Depending on the vehicle, some head gaskets are located between combustion chambers. T ... read more