Car buying and car care, answered
Plain answers to the questions our customers ask us about inspections, repairs and buying a used car on Long Island.
AWD vs 4x4 for Long Island winters
All-wheel drive or four-wheel drive for Long Island snow? What each one does, where each one helps, and why your tires matter more than either.
Buying a used car with bad credit on Long Island: what to bring
The papers to bring when you buy a used car with bad or thin credit on Long Island, and what to check before you sign anything.
How much is a NYS inspection in Suffolk County?
What a New York State inspection costs in Suffolk County, which cars get which check, what gets inspected, and what happens if your car fails.
Will a check engine light fail a NYS inspection?
Yes. Why a lit check engine light fails New York's emissions check, why clearing the code doesn't help, and how to get your car to pass.
From the service desk
Why Routine Vehicle Maintenance Matters — and What to Do About It
Skipping maintenance costs more than you think. Learn what to service, when, and why — from your Port Jefferson Station, NY mechanic.