While we old-timers may recognize the name Cannonball Run from the Burt Reynolds movie of the same name, the informal, illegal road race is very real, albeit usually with fewer shenanigans and mustaches (at least in recent years). The advent of COVID-19 gave wannabe Cannonballers...
The coronavirus and resulting recession has had us all pinching our pennies when it comes to household budgets. As mechanics in Cincinnati, we’re lucky to have jobs. People still need their cars repaired, after all. And we’ve got an open auto garage and can fix...
As BMW mechanics, we’ve repaired a lot of BMWs. We can tell you they are great cars, but like all mechanical devices, they will run into problems from time to time. One common repair issue BMWs tend to have is overheating. This is often the result of a radiator leak, a busted radiator, or busted water pump. If the engine gets into the red, it’s important to stop driving the BMW and let it cool down. You don’t want to blow the engine. BMWs can also be susceptible to oil leaks. If you have an older BMW, place a piece of cardboard underneath your car when you park it. Look for oil puddles. If your BMW leaks or burns oil, it’s important to keep an eye on it. Make a habit of checking the oil every time you fill up the tank. This is good advice for any car that has over 125,000 miles on it.
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