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  • Traveling Valves
    Poor Vehicle Hygiene If the timing belt breaks while driving in an interference engine, a type of four-stroke internal combustion piston engine, the valves travel to an area where an open piston may travel. The damage is less severe in a non-interference engine, where the pistons do not travel into an area where the valves… Read more: Traveling Valves
  • Let us reintroduce ourselves!
    We are Cary Car Care and we would like to reintroduce ourselves! We have had quite a few changes over the last few years but there are some things that have stayed the same including Paul, Kelsey, and BJ! We’re still here and we’re still serving the Cary area for all your automotive needs! We know… Read more: Let us reintroduce ourselves!
  • Our Warranty has Expanded!
    At Cary Car Care, we are always striving to give the best possible value and service to our customers. We are excited to announce that we are increasing our warranty from 24 months/24,000 miles to 36 months/36,000 miles! Service and value have always been at the heart of everything we do, and increasing peace of… Read more: Our Warranty has Expanded!
  • I Smell Rotten Eggs
    What are P0420 and P0430 Codes? You’re driving to see an old friend and you notice your car is running a little sluggish, is chewing up fuel, and has lost some power. The check engine light illuminates. You continue down the road and you notice a sulfur odor emitting from the vehicle. Do you have… Read more: I Smell Rotten Eggs
  • Is resurfacing my brakes an option?
    When should you replace your brakes, and when is it okay to resurface? Brake failure is a scary prospect that we hope doesn’t keep you up at night! You always trust that when you put your brake pedal to the floor, your vehicle will slow to a stop. Over time, your brakes wear down, and… Read more: Is resurfacing my brakes an option?
  • Prep Your Vehicle for Vacations!
    It is once again that time of year when school winds down, the temperature goes up, and you may be thinking it’s time for a vacation. With travelling, you have to keep your transportation in mind and if you’re anything like us, you might like to take a roadtrip. At Cary Car Care, we have… Read more: Prep Your Vehicle for Vacations!
  • It’s HOT!
    The heat is back in North Carolina, so it most likely won’t take you long to notice if there is an issue with your vehicle’s cooling and heating system. The most obvious signs are the lack of heating or cooling of the air, no air circulation at all, or even a strange knocking noise. What… Read more: It’s HOT!
  • Do you know what your leaf springs do?
    What these essential parts contribute to your suspension system! Automobile technology has sped up in the last century. We have seen some of the more innovative and valuable developments in cars. Every manufacturer is looking for a way to improve the driving experience for their owners. They’re always looking for a way to improve vehicle… Read more: Do you know what your leaf springs do?
  • Meet our Technicians
    Technician Spotlight In our thirty years of business, Cary Car Care has employed a number of technicians. In the last few years, we’ve been lucky to find two new technicians that have grown to be part of the family! Kurt Wolf and Bryan Johnson are both ASE-certified members of our team. Kurt has been with… Read more: Meet our Technicians

TerrorBytes Robotics and Cary Car Care

TerrorBytes Robotics and Cary Car Care Cary Car Care is contributing to TerrorBytes Robotics in an effort to help support local high school students. We’re hoping our awesome network of people will also consider contributing. First and foremost, the goal of TerrorBytes Robotics is to provide STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) education to high school […]

ASE Blue Seal of Excellence – Why It’s Important

ASE Blue Seal of Excellence – Why It’s Important When your car needs service, how do you choose an auto repair shop? One way to determine if a local shop is qualified to repair your car is the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence. What is the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence? The National Institute for […]

Car Care Winter Checklist

Cooler weather is upon us and winter is right around the corner!  Is your car ready for the season? As important as it is to keep up maintenance throughout the year, there are specific items that should get special attention before the cold sets in for good. Take a look at this list to ensure […]

Meg’s Smile

Cary Car Care is a proud supporter of the Meg’s Smile foundation. This charitable organization provides gifts to children with serious illnesses under treatment in North Carolina hospitals. Their mission is to bring a smile to the faces of children and families during the long emotional journey that illness brings. Meg’s Story In the winter […]

Join The Cary Car Care Family

Join The Cary Car Care Family payday advance no checking accountnorth dakota payday loan reformcash advance on lawsuitsmillion across britain have At Cary Car Care we consider our customers part of our family. We’ve been servicing many of the same people since we opened back in 1990 and are proud to be their Cary auto […]

Our New Waiting Room Addition

Our New Waiting Room Addition We thought our Cary Car Care customers might get as excited as Paul did (see picture!) about our new 32′ Flat Screen TV in the waiting room. 😉 Considering this is a 19-inch upgrade from our old 13-inch TV – we thought it would be welcome news for our customers […]

Tips for Summer Car Maintenance

90-degree heat can put a great deal of extra stress on your car – even more so if it has surpassed the 100,000-mile marker. instant loan approval for unemployed That being said, there are some simple preventative summer car maintenance tips that can help you avoid having to deal with an unwanted breakdown. Clean Your […]

Can I Change My Own Oil?

Is it Easy to Change the Oil in your Car? In the second video of our Cary Car Care video series, we offer up a few pointers on changing your car oil. People often wonder if this is a task they can attempt on their own and we’re hear to answer that question! The first […]

How to Change a Flat Tire

How to Change a Flat Tire In our new Cary Car Care video series, we hope to offer up simple tips and tricks on how to handle issues with your car on your own. If you are up for the challenge that is! 🙂 The first video in our series is titled How to Change […]

Top 5 Auto Mechanics in Cary, North Carolina

Top 5 Auto Mechanics in Cary, North Carolina Your car is a big investment. Surely you took a lot of time and effort into picking it out, and taking care of it is important. Finding some one locally you can trust to work on your car is a lot like finding a doctor, dentist or […]