by Dave Flanagan | Sep 16, 2016 | Blog, Suspension System
How to Know When to Replace Your Shocks & Struts The shocks and struts in your vehicle are part of your suspension system. Your suspension’s job is to maximize the friction between the road’s surface and your tires. This provides stability when you’re steering....
by Dave Flanagan | Sep 8, 2016 | Blog, OIl
Recognizing and Diagnosing Engine Oil Leaks Have you ever seen the warning light come on indicating an engine oil problem? This warning light can be a bit intimidating. You know your vehicle is consuming oil, but you’d rather keep topping it off to avoid the...
by Dave Flanagan | Aug 7, 2016 | Blog, What's Going On
Looking for Trusted Auto Repair Virginia Beach? At Courthouse Automotive, we pride ourselves on being the most trusted auto repair shop Virginia Beach has to offer. The role of a mechanic gets a bad reputation. We understand. There are a lot of not so reputable...
by Dave Flanagan | Jul 31, 2016 | Blog, Cooling System
Think you may have a Leaking Radiator? Have you noticed a puddle forming under your car after letting it sit for a while? Perhaps your temperature gauge has been on the rise. Either way, it is possible that you have a leaking radiator. While this is a relatively...
by Dave Flanagan | Jul 23, 2016 | Blog, Filters, Fuel System
Is Your Vehicle Emitting Black Smoke? Smoke coming from your tailpipe is never a good thing, let alone blue or black smoke. If your vehicle is emitting smoke, odds are that your vehicle is not properly maintained or tuned. When not tuned up, your vehicle is no longer...