In a market as crowded as the automobile market, brand recognition is literally what separates “the men from the boys.” The more well-known the name, the easier it usually is to find, which means the more it is being purchased by people in a pinch — people who need new windshield wiper blades or new motor oil and don’t have the time or inclination to do meticulous research. The secret to this type of [...]
When you own a vehicle, it’s important to know a little about it, beyond the gas mileage and how fast it goes. As you learn more about what’s under the hood, you might even find it enjoyable to DIY car repair. Is It Worth It to Fix Your Own Car? The answer to this question depends on how you like to spend your time and money. Many people derive satisfaction from tackling a problem [...]
You know the saying, “ignorance is bliss”? Well, that shouldn’t apply to routine vehicle maintenance. Be sure to consult the Murray car repair experts at Master Muffler if you have any concerns about your car’s performance. Why Schedule Regular Maintenance? To keep your car running smoothly and safely, it’s important to be aware of how it’s functioning. Conducting routine maintenance as a car owner doesn’t have to take up too much of your time, [...]
You may be enamored with your car’s exterior; beautiful paint job, sleek chrome accents, or custom window tints. But do you have any idea what’s under the hood? There are some basic car parts you should know about before you hit the gas. What’s Under the Hood - Internal Combustion Engine If you drive a gasoline or diesel vehicle, here’s what the Murray car repair experts at Master Muffler think you should know. Engine [...]
It’s no question that one of the biggest concerns surrounding our vehicles is their lifespan. No car owner dreams of frequenting the mechanic shop or worrying about whether or not their lift will get them from point A to point B. Of course, each car has its limit— a limit that can be reached sooner or later depending on how it is driven and maintained. For many years, the average lifespan of an engine [...]
As we open the doors of our vehicles, take a seat and start the engine, safety should always be the number one priority. This is especially true if we have children, friends and loved ones buckled in next to and behind us. Operating a motor vehicle certainly comes with its set of dangers. According to a report by the U.S. Department of Transportation, there were over 36,000 fatalities on the road nationwide in 2019. [...]
Owning a vehicle in Utah is a sign of freedom! It means you can go where you need to and be in control, even for a short time. But being a car owner also comes with its difficulties. It’s not cheap to pay for or maintain your vehicle, and insurance rates are rising all the time. In order to mitigate the costs of car ownership, you should know how to maintain your vehicle. As much [...]
At Master Muffler, we understand that the times we live in can be tricky financially. Sometimes our scheduled plans like car maintenance are put on the backburner when funds are tight and every penny saved is important. We get it! But we also realize the important role your vehicle plays in your daily life. Whether it’s driving the kids to a place where they can get out while safely socially distancing, or taking a [...]
We’ve all been there. One day our car is running smoothly and efficiently, somewhere down the line the vehicle starts running with a bit of trouble, but nothing you feel too alarmed about. Then, “out of nowhere” our vehicle has some major issues that cause it to run rough or not at all. With other stresses feeling up our lives, sometimes it’s our trusty transport that ends up not getting the regular attention it [...]
Most vehicle owners follow one of three processes when it comes to changing the oil in their vehicles. Commonly, the yellow light may come on in their dashboard, warning the driver that the life of the oil has come to an end. Whether you’re one to refresh or change your oil before that warning light even turns on, or wait it out until your vehicle has reached well over the mileage number on your [...]
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