BMW & MINI Repair, Maintenance Blog

Why is There Smoke Coming from Under My Car’s Hood?
Smoke coming from anywhere in your vehicle is never a good sign - especially when it comes from under the hood. If you notice smoke coming from the cracks of your vehicle's hood, the best thing you can do is turn off your vehicle's engine. Now, let's look at some of...

Tips for Summer Vehicle Maintenance
Summer is a great time to take control of your vehicle’s maintenance. Driving in the spring weather can take a toll on our vehicles, causing wear and tear that can affect overall performance and fuel efficiency. Before your summer road trip plans, be sure to come by...

How Long Does a Car A/C Recharge Last?
A common cause for a car air conditioning to not blow old cold air as it used to is low refrigerant. Low refrigerant can happen if you haven't had your A/C serviced in a long time or if there is a leak somewhere in the system. In order to get your vehicle's A/C...

How Long Do Brake Pads Last?
The brake system in your vehicle is extremely important, because it allows you to safety slow down or stop on the road when needed. Although brake problems don’t happen all the time, it is still important to know when your brake pads may need to be replaced in order...

How Often Does the Suspension System Need Maintenance?
In order to maintain a good working vehicle, regular maintenance is key. There are many different systems in your vehicle, and each system typically requires maintenance at a certain interval in your vehicle's lifetime. One of these systems is the suspension system,...
MotorHaus is Open & Ready to Serve You…A Message About COVID-19
Motorhaus is open and CONTINUING TO SERVICE VEHICLES and we are committed to KEEPING OUR CUSTOMERS SAFE. You can get your car fixed without ever needing to enter our shop. Here's how: FREE vehicle pick up and drop off Accepting payments over the phone Using a...
How Often Does the Cabin Air Filter Need to be Replaced?
When you use your vehicle's air conditioning or heating system, air is taken from outside your vehicle and flows through a filter before it enters your cabin. This is necessary to remove pollutants and dirt from the air before it is circulated within your car. It is...
Buying a New Car? Here Are Some Things to Keep in Mind.
Buying a new car is an exciting experience - there's nothing like that new car smell! If you've been taking your time and researching what car you are considering purchasing, there are certain things you should consider when making your decision. You probably have a...
Car Resolutions for NYE 2020
It’s that time of the season when we start thinking about what changes or resolutions we plan to make for the upcoming year. 2019 has ended and we all hope that 2020 will bring us health and good fortune. Many people will think about what resolutions to make such as...
Happy Thanksgiving from MotorHaus!
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at MotorHaus! We hope that you had a wonderful holiday with friends and family. With all the holidays comes lots of travel, so if you are planning a road trip in the near future, we recommend that you check off some important...