What Happens If You Delay an Oil Change? | Car-X Oil Change Services
What Happens If You Delay an Oil Change? Regular oil changes are one of the most effective ways to keep your vehicle running smoothly and reliably for years to come. With a busy schedule, it might be tempting to postpone your next oil change. However, automotive experts strongly advise against this. In this blog, we’ll […]
All-Season Tires vs. Winter Tires: Differences & Benefits
All-Season Tires vs. Winter Tires: Differences & Benefits Having the right tires on your car is critically important, especially during rain, or snow season. There are so many different types of tires on the market today that choosing the best ones can be confusing. In this blog, we’ll examine two popular types of tires: all-season […]
Top 5 Reasons Why Your Steering Wheel Won’t Turn
There’s nothing worse than realizing your steering wheel isn’t turning right or is simply not turning at all. When these issues arise, it’s important to remember that there is usually a simple explanation and there’s no need to worry. That being said, it is important to understand why your steering wheel isn’t turning, which is […]
Will My Battery Last This Winter? Car Battery Maintenance
Will My Battery Last This Winter? Essential Winter Car Battery Maintenance Of all the components on your car, the battery is one of the most important. It is responsible for storing the needed energy to start the engine. All extreme weather can be hard on car batteries, but this is especially true during the winter time. At […]
Understanding Your Car’s Exhaust System
Mufflers & Exhaust Learn the key parts of your exhaust system—what they do, warning signs of trouble, and when to visit Car-X for inspection or repair. Updated October 29, 2025 5-6 min read Jump to: What an Exhaust System Does Main Components & Functions Signs You Need Exhaust Service Why Regular Exhaust Checks Matter Exhaust […]
Car Air Bags & Child Safety | Vehicle Air Bag Safety Tips
Air Bags & Child Safety In the U.S., every car, SUV, van and truck manufactured since 1998 is equipped with air bag safety technology. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, 50,000 lives have been saved over a 30-year period because of air bags. Car and Vehicle Air Bags: What Parents Need to […]
Common Car Repairs You Should Not Do Yourself
5 Common Car Repairs You Should Not Do Yourself Years ago, passenger cars were much simpler to repair, or maintain than they are today. This is why some drivers in decades past worked on their own vehicles. Modern automobiles, however, are extremely complex machines, requiring specialized tools, training, and experience to repair them. While it […]
Winter Driving: How to Stay Safe Driving in the Snow
Winter is just around the corner, which means that adverse weather conditions like snow, ice, and freezing temperatures are going to make the roads that much more dangerous and pose significant risks for both experienced and brand-new drivers. At Car-X, we want to ensure your safety and the safety of others on the road, so […]
Can My Flat Tire Be Fixed?
At some time or another, most people will experience a flat tire on their car. Flats can happen for a variety of reasons, and the good news is that in most cases, tires that have gone flat can be repaired. However, not all tires can be repaired. In this blog, let’s take a look at […]
Catalytic Converters: What They Do, Why They’re Targeted, and How to Protect Your Vehicle
Mufflers & Emissions Understand how catalytic converters reduce emissions, where they’re located, why thefts happen, and practical steps to prevent theft—plus what to do if yours is stolen. Updated October 29, 2025 5–7 min read Jump to: What Is a Catalytic Converter? What’s the Purpose? Where It’s Located How It Works What’s Inside Why Converters […]
