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Fixing a car is rarely cheap, but everyone knows some parts (and the corresponding labor) cost more than others. Here’s a list of the top 10 most expensive repairs from Pit Shop Auto Repair. #1 Cylinders – Up To $10K A car needs an engine to run, and an engine requires functioning cylinders. When these…

Many drivers dread renewing their vehicle registration, especially if their car or truck must pass an emissions test. In all fairness to the Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles, a polluting car or truck can be very dangerous. Not only do the emissions add to an already overabundance of greenhouse gasses, they also affect the quality…

When we think of preparation for fall, let’s be honest, we are really talking about getting ready for the long, harsh winter. Here, in Libertyville, IL, we know all about cold, long winters. Well, so does your car and your car also knows that you will do the right thing to get it ready for…

Other than your engine, the transmission is probably the most complicated, and certainly the most costly, part of your vehicle. The failure of a transmission could set you back thousands of dollars in repairs, and even a minor component could cost hundreds of dollars to fix. As with so much of automotive care and maintenance,…

If the car, truck or SUV you drive was manufactured in the last couple of decades, there is a good chance the vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes. When they first arrived on the scene, anti-lock brakes were a real game changer, and a great leap forward in terms of driving safety. Vehicles equipped with…

You may think that getting your vehicle is a hassle, but there is a reason for those safety checks. Many vehicle problems, even very serious ones, can go undetected for months. If you fail to find those problems now, you could be looking at a big repair bill later. In addition to the standard safety…

If you live in a low crime area, you might think that car theft is something that happens to other people. The sad truth, however, is that car theft is a crime of opportunity, one that can happen anywhere and at any time. From the suburbs to the big cities to rural areas and rolling…