The timing belt in your engine controls the opening and closing of the intake and exhaust valves. Eureka drivers need to replace it on a schedule to avoid failure.Timing belts are very difficult to ge...

Flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances can all be the result of Eureka auto owners driving around on under-inflated tires. Admittedly, it’s hard to tell when a radial tire ...

There are a lot of things in life that Eureka residents have to do on a regular basis. We wash dishes every day, do our laundry and mow our lawns every week, and pay the bills every month. We shoul...

Sometimes we hear people say, "What's up with all this maintenance stuff? Modern cars just don't break down." While it is true that today's cars and trucks are extremely reliable, they are also...

Life's full of surprises in Eureka California, some of which cost money. A leaky roof, a broken tooth, or an unexpected car repair. Leon's Car Care Center of Eureka California and AutoNetTV hav...

If you're like most of us in Eureka, you want your car to handle well. That's the job of your suspension system. There are different types of suspension systems, but they all work on the same b...

Warm weather or cold, Eureka drivers still need to think about their vehicle's air conditioning. Most Eureka people don't service their air conditioning until after it fails. At Leon's Car Care...

Here's a question for Eureka, California drivers: How long have you been enjoying the romantic glow of your check engine light? Hey, it's not there to create ambiance; it's a warning that somet...

A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the news. Eureka people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better fuel economy and receive a government rebate. A l...

  There's a segment of the Eureka area population that's not committed to proper vehicle maintenance. Now, the ignition system in your vehicle is electronic and controlled by the engine managemen...

You know, at Leon's Car Care Center we get a lot of people asking about how to prepare their car for a trip. That’s a big deal. You could be driving through mountains and deserts in some ...

We've all seen people do crazy things while driving to or from Redding, CA. A guy shaving in the rear-view mirror, a woman applying makeup, people talking on their phones, texting or drinking f...

Your wheel bearings may be something to which you've never given a thought while driving around Eureka, CA. Wheel bearings are what enable your wheels to spin freely. Since they bear the entire weight...

Nowadays, everyone in Eureka, California is paying more at the gas pump. For some families in the greater Redding, CA area, it adds up to several hundred dollars every month. That’s got t...

Everyone in the Redding, CA area wants our tires to last as long as possible. Two ways to maximize tire life are wheel balancing and tire rotation. When wheels are out of balance, they wobble a...

Don't you hate it when you hear that squeal from under the hood when you're driving aroun Redding, CA? It usually means there is a problem with the serpentine belt. The serpentine belt powers a...

When you take a corner in your car, the outside wheels have a slightly longer distance to go than the inside wheels.  That means that the outside wheels must turn a bit faster than the inside.&nb...

We would like to give you an update on some of the things happening in automotive fluids. You know, cars are becoming more sophisticated everyday - and fluids such as, oil, coolant and transmis...

For most of us living in the Redding, CA area, it is hard to remember life without power steering - cranking those great big steering wheels? It was a pretty good workout. Now power steering is...

If you own a California vehicle with a warranty, beware! Many dealers and manufacturers suggest that you need to get your maintenance services at a dealership in order to keep your warranty. Th...