Spike's Auto Care
1001 E RIDGEVILLE BLVD MOUNT AIRY, Maryland 21771 | (301) 829-5046

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Time To Take Another Look at Diesel Vehicles

Let's debunk some of the myths about diesel powered vehicles.1. Diesel Burns DirtyThis was true years ago. Since 2006, however, U.S. diesel vehicles have been required by law to use ultra-low-sulfur d...
Published on: Mar 18, 2024

Visual Blind Spots When Driving Around

When we drive on our streets, we encounter blind spots. We can greatly reduce our blind spots by properly adjusting our mirrors to give the widest coverage possible. Make the adjustments to your veh...
Published on: Feb 09, 2024

Questions to Ask Your Spike's Auto Care Service Advisor

A lot of  service and repair customers in are a little tentative when they talk with their automotive advisors. They want to ask questions but don't want to be embarrassed or to seem pushy. Cars...
Published on: Nov 20, 2023

5 Tips for Buying Used in

Here are 5 tips from Spike's Auto Care for used car buyers:1. Ask for service records. Most owners who document regular maintenance service take care of their vehicle.2. Inspect the vehicle thoroughly...
Published on: Aug 11, 2023

Spike's Auto Care Tech Question on Engine Failure

Spike's Auto Care Tech Question:I'm Collins of . I had my engine go out and had to have it completely re-done at Spike's Auto Care in . What could I have done to prevent this?Spike's Auto Care Tech An...
Published on: Jan 30, 2023

Service Intervals

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:I'm really confused about auto service intervals for various items on my car. Help!Spike's Auto Care Answer:The simple answer for residents is to follow the vehicle's re...
Published on: Dec 31, 2022

Emergency Items for Your Vehicle

Emergencies can range from a flat tire downtown to being stranded in a snowy ravine for three days. So, you may always want to consider a basic emergency kit to keep in the car and a travel kit tailor...
Published on: Oct 09, 2022

Care About Your Spare (Spare Tire Care)

Most of us don't worry about getting a flat tire. After all, it rarely happens, and if it does, we might think we can just call someone and have them put on the spare. That's all fine and dandy if you...
Published on: Sep 13, 2022