Automotive Industry News & Information - Lake Ridge Automotive

Vehicle belts aren’t that different than the belts that hold up your trousers. They need to fit properly and stay in place, and if they break, sag, or wear out, you’ll probably wish you were wearing a different belt that day. The same goes for the belts in your car. Your engine compartment is a punishing environment, and while all auto belts are made of materials designed to be both flexible and tough, even the toughest materials will eventually wear out due to the extreme temperatures under the hood.

Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?

Keeping the interior of your car, truck, or SUV clean and in good shape is an important part of making your vehicle last. Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge has some tips on keeping your car clean inside, and why keeping it clean matters.

You know how often to change your engine oil; but what about the gear oil in your standard shift transmission? Here’s a short guide, from Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge.

At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, were huge fans of seatbelts. They dramatically reduce the chances of being injured in an automobile accident, and in many cases, they are the difference between a fatal crash and walking away unharmed. But how long has the seat belt been around? When did wearing it become law?

One of the more annoying issues a car, truck, or SUV will develop is a grinding or scraping sound when you hit the brakes. What is it, and how do you make it stop? At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA we have the answer.

There are a lot of drivers on the road today with improperly adjusted rearview mirrors, contributing to unnecessary blind spots and potentially hazardous driving conditions. At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, we place a lot of value on efficiency; here’s how to get the most out of your mirrors.

At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, we understand that big trucks mean bigger risk on the road. Here are some tips to remember, to reduce the likelihood of an accident resulting in large repair costs next time you're on the job.