Auto Repair Tips & News from Future Auto Repair

How Heat and Humidity Affect Your Transmission
Bossier City residents already know the summers here don’t mess around. Between the triple-digit heat and the thick Louisiana humidity, it’s uncomfortable for you but

Dealer vs. Independent Shop – Which One Should You Use for Your Car?
Here’s a question most car owners face at least once: do I take it to the dealer or find a good independent shop? Dealer vs.

Why Does My Car Shake at Highway Speeds?
Your car feels fine around town. But the moment you hit 60 or 70 miles per hour, something starts vibrating – in the steering wheel,

Why Does My Engine Run Hot Only When Idling?
Your temperature gauge sits perfectly normal on the highway. But the moment you stop at a red light or pull into a parking lot, it

Alternator vs. Battery – How to Tell Which One Is Actually Failing
Alternator vs. battery symptoms can look pretty similar at first glance. When your car won’t start, or it dies randomly while you’re driving, the first

Why Your Diesel Truck Loses Power Going Uphill
There’s nothing quite like hitting a hill with a loaded diesel truck and feeling it start to bog down. If you’ve noticed your truck having

Why Won’t My Car Start? A Starter Repair Troubleshooting Guide
You turn the key (or hit the button) and… nothing. Or maybe you hear a click, a whir, or a grinding noise, but the engine

Radiator Leak vs. Water Pump Failure – How to Tell the Difference
You spot a puddle under your car, or your temperature gauge starts creeping up, and the first thought is usually “great, now what?” Cooling system

5 Car Maintenance Myths That Could Cost You Money
Everybody’s got a car tip they picked up from a parent, a coworker, or that one guy at the gas station who “used to work

Holiday Road Trip Checklist for Your Car
The holidays usually mean one thing for a lot of us: hitting the road to see family, whether that’s a quick trip across Louisiana or