Liberty Auto Repair

You are stopping at a stop sign, and your car vibrates when applying brake pressure. You feel trembling when your car shakes upon braking. Shaking when applying brake pressure is a common symptom of various brake problems that you need to address immediately. The post below highlights some reasons why your car vibrates when you brake. Worn brake pads Braking pads are brake components that slow down movement in a moving car. Due to friction, brake pads are subjected to tear and wear. Brake pads will function well until it's 1/4 left. If your car begins to shake when you apply a brake, you must look for a brake pad check-up or replacement specialist. Rotor Issue Rotors are brake discs between the two brake pads. As a result of heat resulting from friction and pressure, the disc may get warped. If your disc is bent, the car will vibrate when braking. Looking for an auto repair shop is the best thing you can do to ensure your safety and car health. Wheel alignment Never ignore ch ... read more

After you’ve driven your car numerous times, you get used to how it drives and the sounds it makes (if any). When you notice a sound that is out of the ordinary, it usually means there is something wrong with your vehicle. At Hometown Tire and Auto, we understand how stressful and unsettling car sounds can be. We have a team of technicians who can help you get down to the bottom of the problem. As soon as you start hearing something odd, you should make a mental note of what it sounded like and where the sound may be originating from. Oftentimes, you may also see other visual cues with the sound, like an illuminated dashboard warning light. When the noise occurs more than once, it is important that you get your car to our auto repair shop right away. When you come into our shop, be ready to inform the technicians as much as possible of the situation. This will help our technicians narrow down the problem. After, we will perform a thorough multi-point vehicle inspection of your ... read more

Summer is just around the corner here in Liberty, TX. While this summer is great for many reasons, the extreme summer heat can affect your car health. For instance, the car battery can wear down a lot quicker than usual. While you can't do much about the heat, you can take some precautions to ensure that your battery doesn't give out in the middle of the road. Check out some of our tips below: Keep the Car Battery Out of Direct Heat Heat is your car battery’s worst enemy. To prevent the heat from draining your battery, we recommend parking your vehicle in a shady spot. A garage is your best bet, but you can always opt for sun shades when parking outdoors. Don’t Take too Many Short Trips Too many short trips can cause your vehicle battery to drain sooner. You have to let the alternator recharge the battery. If you drive your car once a week only for a mile or less then we suggest extending your trip to prevent draining your battery. Don’t Overwork Your Bat ... read more

  After a season of harsh weather, cold temperatures and driving through snow and road salt, it's time to give your car some care. As you go about your spring cleaning activities, don't forget you also need to get your car ready for the warm season. Here are some simple car care tips to keep your vehicle in good shape for spring. 1. Check Your Car Battery The low temperature might have given your car battery a beating. Spring is the right time to have the battery tested and replaced if necessary. Also, make sure the connections are strong and free of corrosion. 2. Change your Car Oil and Filters Regular oil and filter changes keep the engine healthy. Oil naturally picks up impurities as it lubricates and cools the engine, but it becomes less effective if not replaced after long use. Failure to change engine oil and filter can lead to poor engine performance and higher fuel consumption. Also, if it gets too old, it can decrease the life of your engine or cause severe en ... read more

Effective windshield wipers are necessary for both your safety and the safety of other motorists when driving in inclement weather. We often neglect care for them until they stop doing what they're intended to do, which is to clear off your windshield. Fortunately, windshield wiper blades are inexpensive and easy to replace.    On average, windshield wiper blades should be replaced every six to twelve months. The interval between each replacement can vary depending on use, blade quality, and other external factors.  Signs That Indicate It's Time to Change Wiper Blades Most of the time, you can simply use your senses to tell whether your windshield wiper blades are going bad. Good, healthy wipers should always be able to clean off the windshield smoothly, quietly, and effectively. Here are the top signs that indicate you need new ones. Squeaking It can be very annoying to constantly hear high-pitched screams from your wipers. It can be a major distraction as ... read more