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How Extreme Temperatures Affect Your Car’s Belts and Hoses
Extreme heat and extreme cold can affect several of your car's components, especially the rubber and plastic belts and hoses essential for critical systems like the cooling system, power steering, and battery charging. When temperatures rise or dip significantly...
Festivals of Speed Triumph! Awards, Elegance, and More at St. Petersburg’s Premier Car Show
The sun was shining, the crowds were buzzing, and the roar of engines filled the air. It was another incredible year at the Festivals of Speed in Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg. JB Import Auto was right in the heart of the action! Amidst hundreds of stunning vehicles,...
3 Reasons Why Imported Cars Need Special Care
It’s hard to miss an imported luxury car among the thousands of vehicles on the road. These cars are considered a status symbol and deserve to be treated accordingly. While all cars require maintenance, imported cars require special care from experts who understand...
Brake Repair: 5 Warning Signs to Look Out For
Your brakes are the most critical safety system of your vehicle. They enable you to quickly stop or reduce speed, which can effectively prevent accidents. If your brakes are not properly maintained and regularly inspected, they may fail to function when you need them...
5 Essential Vehicle Maintenance Tips for the Winter
Winter can be a challenging season for vehicle owners due to precipitation, low temperatures, and unpredictable conditions. For this reason, preventive vehicle maintenance is paramount to ensuring your safety on the road. Here are five simple tips to keep your vehicle...
Auto Shop FAQs: Top 3 Questions Answered
As a vehicle owner, you know that regular maintenance is critical to ensuring your car's reliability. However, with the countless auto shop services required at regular intervals by your car manufacturer's manual, it can be overwhelming to remember it all. At JB...
Top 5 Reasons for a Check Engine Light
When your vehicle's internal computer system finds an issue with your engine or any other important part, it warns you by turning on the check engine light. This warning is indicated by the engine symbol on your dashboard lighting up red, orange, amber, or yellow. The...
3 Unsettling Car Problems and How a Mechanic Can Help
For many, the prospect of a car breaking down is terrifying because of the hassle it would bring, the money it would cost, and the risks it may pose to safety. In addition, it can be stressful to have automotive trouble and have no idea what the root of the problem...
4 Signs You Need to Schedule Vehicle Maintenance Service
Maintenance is a standard part of owning any vehicle, but many drivers aren’t sure how often to have their vehicle serviced. Far too often, they wait until there are major issues with their vehicle to reach out to a professional. Although we’re always here to get the...
The Top 5 Auto Repair Services You’ll Need in Your Lifetime
While auto repair varies from vehicle to vehicle, there are certain services that are nearly impossible to do without. On top of just taking your vehicle to the shop whenever you suspect an issue, there are five important auto repair or maintenance services you will...