A "Mounting" Problem (Motor Mounts)
February 22, 2026
You know how heavy your engine and transmission are, so you can imagine how tough the parts that hold them onto your vehicle's sub-frame must be. Not only must they support the weight, they also have to isolate vibrations and noise from the passenger cabin. Pretty tall order, wouldn't you say? ... More
A Sticky Brake Situation (Parking Brake Service and Maintenance)
February 15, 2026
We've all been there. You park your vehicle on a steeper than usual hill and worry about it rolling down while you're running your errands. So you decide you'll use the parking brake. When you get back, you release the parking brake, hit the ignition, put it in gear anduh, ohyou can feel the p... More
I Want a New Vehicle. Or Do I? (Vehicle Maintenance Payoffs)
February 8, 2026
Spring is a peak season for vehicle sales; companies aggressively market new models and offer all sorts of incentives. So you may be tempted to buy a shiny new beauty. But should you? If you've regularly maintained the vehicle you're driving now, you probably don't NEED a new one. Even if your... More
The Mobil 1 Lube Express Austin Guide to Proper Fluids for Your Vehicle
February 1, 2026
The automotive professionals at Mobil 1 Lube Express Austin would like to give Austin drivers an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, vehicles are becoming more sophisticated every day. Fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmission fluid are becoming more speci... More