Winter’s tale is ended — and so it’s time to take stock of the damage done to your car by months of snow, ice, sleet, road salt, cold, and all the many travesties of the season departed. Modern cars are engineered to take some serious abuse, so unless your vehicle remained buried under a snowbank, you shouldn’t have to do too much. But you will have to do a few things. Here are ten that are worth it: 1. WASH your car! You should have done this a few times during the winter months anyway, but now it’s imperative, to remove road salt, grit, and grime — all stuff that will damage your car’s fini ..read more

5 Major Reasons To Opt For Oil Change Regularly Oil Change Service is important for car owners as it impacts the significant part of the car i.e. Engine. Keeping up the performance of the car, providing great mileage, and saving the environment are just a few..   What’s your take when it comes to Oil Change? Are you the ‘I’ll get it tomorrow’ or the ‘What’s the hurry?’ person? Many car owners delay the Oil Change and don’t consider it useful, but ignoring the importance of regular oil change is not ideal. Oil Change is a significant contributing factor to the extension of your car’s life ..read more

    https://www.b-bauto.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Air-conditioning.mp4 It is Hot in Texas!! If your Car or Truck A/C is not working than you are in trouble! Lucky for you the Barnes Brothers are experts in Automotive Air conditioning!  From Domestic cars Like Ford and Dodge to high end Mercedes and BMW we can do them all. Today’s systems are 2 components The Electrical side  and the Refrigerant side. Cars are high tech that is no secret but did you know that includes the A/C system. It monitors inside and outside temperatures. Controls duct work and air flow. Sends dif ..read more

What is a Cabin Air Filter? Well that is the most overlooked filter on your car.  With all of the talk about airborne virus transfer maybe we should try to change that. In your home the furnace and Air Conditioner has a filter. It is recommended to be changed every 30 days. Now your Car or Truck does not need to be changed that often but at least once a year. With 2020 being the year of Covid-19 scare you might want to ask your Automotive Professional to check yours… We are all wearing masks right now so it would make sense to keep a fresh filter in the car. Am I right?? On top of that it ..read more

Why should I trust my mechanic? Knowing if you can trust your mechanic is a tough one. We have always striven to be open and honest, but let’s face it, we speak car and most do not. It really is like a foreign language to many, so what do you do? I feel that the Digital Inspection has done more to clear things up than anything. It really is a Game Changer!   How it works – Your car and complaint are logged in and sent to a technician. The tech then takes his tablet and starts Checking your car. Starting with the complaint, but adds any safety items and wear items he may see. He can take a pho ..read more

When Should I replace my Tires? This is a great question and literally your life is riding on this question. Knowing How Long Tire Last is very important. There are 3 reasons to replace your tires, Tread Depth, Uneven Wear, and Age. First let’s look at tread depth. All Tires in the US have a wear bar in the tread that will tell you the life is up. Appox 2/32- 3/32 is a general rule. A penny placed in the tread with Lincolns head upside down is an easy test. If you can see the top of his head, you need tires! (see pic)The purpose of the tread is to keep your tire in contact with wet roads.  The ..read more

Special Contribution by: Ashley McLean | YoungMoms.info As a new parent, the well-being of your child is your top priority. While you may be used to hopping in your car without a second thought, getting behind the wheel with a baby in the back seat requires some extra attention to safety. Vehicle safety is all about following smart driving practices and keeping your car in top-notch condition. Here are some care maintenance and driving tips to protect your family out on the road.   Review Your Insurance Coverage   Now that you have a child, take a moment to review your auto insurance policy ..read more

Why is my Tire light on?   Well that is a great question. Today’s cars have tire monitoring systems (known as TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System) that help you know when a tire is getting low on air. This stems from safety issues in the past that caused a great deal of damage and even death. The light comes on to let you know that one or more tires are below/above a safe pressure level; this allows you to make adjustments as needed to keep you and your car in safe working order. In addition to safety, the TPMS also has another benefit: it saves on fuel and helps tires last longer.   How Do ..read more

“Why isn’t my car ac blowing cold”? This is a common question. You could need your A/C System repaired. The air conditioner on your car or truck has basically 2 systems: the mechanical side and the refrigerant side. On the mechanical side we have drive belts, duct work and vent doors, electrical controls, switches, and fans that tell the system when to come on and how cold or hot you desire. Any of these things can and do cause your A/C and heating system to not work like they should.Next we have the refrigerant side. This is where the magic happens…Well, it really is science, but still pretty ..read more

What does an Alternator do? Quick answer is it powers the electrical system of your car or truck any time the engine is running. It is NOT a battery charger! The battery is the anchor of the electrical system and is primarily used to start the engine. Secondly it acts as a buffer, if you will against voltage spikes and other electrical interference. The alternator will charge a battery but is only intended to replace the energy lost during start up. Using it to charge a dead battery will strain the system and shorten the life of the alternator. Along with bringing the battery back to full char ..read more