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Car Safety Innovations for 2016

At AAMCO we believe in regular maintenance and solid repairs to make sure our cars are running safely and smoothly. These automobile safety innovations for 2016 got our attention and we wanted to share them with you. Top 5 Safest Cars for 2016 The Insurance Institute...

Signs Your Car’s Ball Joints Are Wearing Out – Infographic

AAMCO Minnesota knows all the parts of your car's steering and suspension. If you think your car's ball joints are wearing out, come to your local AAMCO Minnesota mechanic for an inspection.What Are Ball Joints and What Do They Do?A ball joint is a sphere, or ball,...

How Do Oil Leaks Happen? – Infographic

At AAMCO Minnesota our mechanics can diagnose and repair almost any problem with your car. When it comes to oil leaks, we know what to look for and how to fix them to make sure your car is safe and reliable.Engines Get OldAfter many years of operation, an engine has a...

How to Tell When Your Car’s Clutch is Going Out

The clutch changes and regulates the power and torque being delivered from the engine to the wheels. These changes are referred to as shifting or changing gears. At AAMCO Minnesota our mechanics can diagnose your clutch problems and make the necessary adjustments or repairs.

Signs Your Car’s Fuel Pump is Going Out

When your fuel pump starts to go, there are some warning signs that you can look for. At AAMCO Minnesota we repair everything from air conditioning to transmissions, and fuel pumps are right in there with all the things about cars that we know and fix.

Summerize Your Car

Time to Summerize Your Car You've heard of winterizing your car, and you do it every year – change to snow tires, check the emergency gear in the trunk, test flashlights, make sure the car battery is up to spec, stock up on wiper fluid… until your car is practically...

How Turbochargers Work

More Air, More Fuel, More Power Horsepower – it's the measurement of the power output of an engine. One way to get more horsepower out of an engine is to increase the amount of air and fuel that goes into it. You can add cylinders to the engine or make the existing...

What Makes a Car Go When You Step on the Gas

Green Light Means Go You put your foot on the gas pedal, push down, and expect to start moving. Ever wonder what happens beyond the gas pedal? Sure, your car accelerates, but what is going on from the gas pedal to the engine to the wheels? Gas Pedal When you step on...

Car Maintenance on a Budget

Maintaining a safe and reliable vehicle can seem like an expensive proposition. AAMCO provides expert car maintenance and repairs without breaking the bank. Here are some tips and simple things you can do to maintain your car on a budget.

Preparing Your Car for Spring

Spring is the time for cleaning and tidying up from winter. This is the time to start taking down the old holiday lights, plant those flowers you’ve been dreaming about all winter, and get your car ready for the long family road trips of summer. While you are making...

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What Does a Car Electrical System Service Entail?

There’s a lot that goes into regular car maintenance. Just as your car’s engine, transmission, and brakes need regular servicing to maintain the best performance, so does your car’s electrical system. If part of your car’s electrical system starts to fail, it will...