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Benefits of Regular Engine Cleaning Service in Phoenix AZ | Virginia Auto Service

If you own a vehicle, you’re probably aware that it needs regular maintenance to remain reliable. Even so, most people don’t appreciate just how important regular maintenance is until something breaks or starts malfunctioning. What’s even more interesting is that paying for regular engine cleaning service in Phoenix AZ is much cheaper compared to paying for an engine repair or worse, overhauling it.

If you drive a lot, or your vehicle spends long periods parked outside every day, then it’s more likely to accumulate dust and grime over time. You should have your car serviced regularly to avoid costly damage and breakdowns.

You’ll also enjoy the benefits of cleaning your engine regularly if you own an older car. Read on as we look into the many benefits of keeping your car engine regularly cleaned

It prevents damage
Whether your car is a few years old, its engine is likely to become dirty over time. A dirty engine will lose power and fuel efficiency and can even cause damage to other parts of the car.

Super-Fast Electric Car Charging, with a Tailor-Made Touch

Despite the growing popularity of electric vehicles, many consumers still hesitate to make the switch. One reason is that it takes so much longer to power up an electric car than it does to gas up a conventional one. But speeding up the charging process can damage the battery and reduce its lifespan. Now, scientists report that they've designed superfast charging methods tailored to power different types of electric vehicle batteries in 10 minutes or less without harm.

The researchers will present their results today at the fall meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS).

New Toyota Highlander Turbocharged Engine Offers More Torque and Fewer Emissions

PLANO, Texas, Oct. 6, 2022 -- For the 2023 model year, Toyota is giving buyers even more reasons to choose the Highlander for their next vehicle, starting with an all-new engine for the gas models that offers impressive performance in a compact package.

2023 Highlander gas models are now equipped with a new, higher-torque, high-efficiency turbocharged engine. The 265-horsepower, 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, which uses balance shafts for super-smooth performance, delivers 310 lb-ft of torque – this results in a significant 17% increase over the previous 3.5-liter V6 engine's 263 lb-ft. Even better, the driver will feel this gain in everyday driving situations, especially when taking advantage of the Highlander's 7- or 8-person seating and generous cargo capacity. Just as important, fuel efficiency is also improved for this higher-torque engine with an EPA-estimate of up to 25 MPG combined. The new engine, standard across all gas grades, is also more environmentally conscious, with more than a 50% reduction in NOx and NMOG compared to the outgoing V6 engine.

Rising Demand and the Cost of Oil Reflected in Higher Pump Prices

WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 10, 2022) — OPEC+ recent announcement that the group of oil-producing nations would slash output by 2 million barrels per day led to the price of oil creeping above $90 a barrel for the first time in several weeks. A higher cost for oil usually means more expensive gasoline. Meanwhile, domestic demand increased as more drivers fueled up last week. The national average pump price for a gallon of gas rose 12 cents over the past week to hit $3.91.

A car that is well maintained with preventative maintenance can last people years and miles! Keep up with your vehicle’s needs to keep it running as long as possible. If you are thinking of purchasing a used car, bring it in to Good Works Auto Repair for a Pre-Purchase Inspection where we go over your vehicle from bumper to bumper and check the computer system within the car you are considering buying!

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Bumper Audio Clip of the Week

Bumper to Bumper helps a listener who is having trouble passing emissions with their 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.