Car Alternator Repair: Cost and Process When it comes to car maintenance, one integral aspect that vehicle owners should not overlook is the electrical system. It serves as the car’s nerve center and powers various components, such as the lights, radio, air conditioning, etc. As technology advances, modern cars have become more reliant on electricity. […]

Oil Change 20 Apr Oil Change An oil change: Sounds simple, but there’s some important things to know about preventing oil sludge. Oil eventually starts to turn into jelly. Literally – petroleum jelly. Sludge clogs up oil passages and keeps oil from getting to some areas of the engine, causing parts to wear out prematurely. […]

Demystifying Transmission Repair: A Step-by-Step Guide Car troubles are inevitable. One day, you’re cruising down the road, enjoying the wind in your hair, and the next, you’re stuck on the side of the road, scratching your head, and wondering what went wrong. A faulty transmission is one of the most dreaded issues for any car […]

Don’t Be A Stranger 07 Jun Don’t Be A Stranger You wouldn’t walk into a different dentist’s office every time you needed a tooth looked at. You wouldn’t pick out someone at random every time you needed your hair cut. And on Tax Day? You probably wouldn’t trust your taxes to a stranger. There are […]

Auto Maintenance: Back-to-School Car Care Checklist 06 Aug Auto Maintenance: Back-to-School Car Care Checklist I know summer is still in full swing, but it is time to start thinking about when the kids go back to school. If you have little tikes, that means driving them to school, sports events, band practice, dance lessons, and […]

Battery Going Dead or Battery Problems Hillsboro OR 02 Feb Battery Going Dead or Battery Problems Hillsboro OR The COVID pandemic has turned many of us into homebodies. Not so long ago we were driving one hundred miles or more per week, but in the wake of COVID, many of us are now working from […]

Brakes for Breasts 2021 at Z’s Car Care 04 Oct Brakes for Breasts 2021 at Z’s Car Care October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there are so many ways you can get involved to show your support. Z’s Car Care and Sunset Auto Parts (Napa) are participating in Brakes for Breasts for the second […]

Antifreeze: Winter Weather Protection for Your Car 31 Dec Antifreeze: Winter Weather Protection for Your Car Invest in protection for your car this winter and schedule a cooling system service with your local auto shop. They will ensure your car heater and defroster are working correctly for winter driving, which is vital as the temperatures […]

Auto Brake Repair and Maintenance 101: The Ultimate Guide Safety on the road heavily depends on your car brakes as they enable you to decelerate smoothly and stop the vehicle when needed. Over time, however, wear and tear can significantly affect the efficiency of your brakes. To ensure that this crucial component of your auto […]

A Guide to Car Emissions Test: Key to Eco Compliance As the world becomes more environmentally conscious, efforts to reduce pollution have taken center stage. One significant contributor to air pollution is vehicle emissions. Car emissions tests have become a standard requirement in many places to address this concern. Emissions tests are designed to measure the […]