Auto Repair Tips & News from Future Auto Repair

What Makes Volvo Maintenance Different From Other European Brands
Volvo gets lumped into the same “European luxury” category as BMW, Mercedes, and Audi pretty often, and in a lot of ways, that makes sense.

How Regenerative Braking Works and Why Your Hybrid Brakes Last Longer
If you drive a hybrid and haven’t needed a brake job in well over 60,000 miles, it’s not because you got lucky. It comes down

Does a Hybrid Battery Last 150,000 Miles? Here’s the Truth
The 150,000-mile number gets thrown around so often in hybrid conversations that a lot of people assume it’s some kind of hard expiration date. Almost

Cummins vs. Duramax vs. Power Stroke – Which Diesel Engine Lasts Longest?
Ask a group of diesel truck owners which engine lasts longest, and you’ll get a passionate answer no matter who you ask. When it comes

Common DEF System Problems and What They Mean for Your Truck
If you drive a diesel truck built after 2010, there’s a good chance you’ve dealt with one of the common DEF system problems, or you

How to Extend the Life of Your Diesel Truck’s Turbocharger
A turbocharger is one of the hardest-working components, spinning at speeds most drivers never think about. All the while, it’s doing a huge amount of

How Long Does a Transmission Actually Last and What Shortens Its Life?
A transmission is one of the most expensive components to repair or replace on any vehicle, which makes “how long does a transmission last” a

What a Wheel Alignment Does (and Why It’s Not the Same as Balancing)
“Alignment” and “balancing” get mixed up constantly, and it’s easy to see why. Both involve your wheels, both affect how your car drives, and both

What Really Happens Inside an Engine During a Cold Start (and Why It’s the Hardest Part of Its Life)
Perhaps you thought that understanding what’s happening inside an engine during a cold start isn’t important. However, every time you turn the key or press

Signs Your Serpentine Belt Is About to Fail
The serpentine belt might not be something you think about often, but it’s one of the hardest-working parts under your hood. When it fails, it