Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
Tehachapi's Online Community News & Entertainment Guide
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Admit it, there are some films that you watch again and again not for the actors, dialogue or even the plot, but simply because they feature some of the coolest cars ever to hit the silver screen. In celebration of this simple truth, here's a list of five of the most iconic movie cars of all time. 1. "Back to the Future" – 1981 Delorean DMC-12 How many movies can claim to have single-handedly resurrected a forgotten automaker? When the producers of "Back to the Future" chose a 1981 DeLorean D...
Front brakes vs rear brakes – a short lesson in physics Is there a difference between front brakes vs rear brakes? The front brakes are in the front, and the rear brakes are in the rear. That’s all you need to know, right? Perhaps, on the most basic level, that would be “correct,” but entirely misleading. The front brakes vs rear brakes comparison has everything to do with friction and heat. Front brakes vs rear brakes – hot and heavy metal! From a physics standpoint, the brakes on your car are designed to convert the kinetic energy of your m...
As a resident of a mountainous area, you’ve probably seen warning signs advising you not to ride your brakes on those lengthy descents. But what’s really going on with your car, and what are the hidden dangers of riding your brakes? The modern brake system There are two types of brakes found on today’s passenger vehicles, caliper and drum. The same basic operational principles apply to both: when the brake pedal is pressed, fluid is sent to pressurize a mechanism (caliper or slave cylinder), which in turn squeezes or pushes a friction mater...
Learning how to talk to a mechanic can help you deal with what’s really behind brake problems. Wondering how to talk to a mechanic about the problems you’re having with your vehicle’s brakes? It can definitely be intimidating to show up at the garage and try to convey the exact issues you’re experiencing with your car or truck to someone whose automotive knowledge is superior to your own. It’s good to remember, however, that your mechanic wants to help you as much as you want their help, which means communication is key when figuring out what...
You might have just accepted that an oil filter change needs to occur every time you swap out the oil in your car or truck engine. The reason why you need to replace your oil filter goes beyond taking money out of your pocket, however, as this crucial component plays an important role in making sure your motor lasts as long as possible. Let’s take a look at what oil filters do, and why they need to be swapped out at regular intervals to preserve your vehicle’s performance. What does an oil filter do? When you change the oil on your car at the...
A smog check is required every other year (biennially) as part of the vehicle registration process. The DMV registration renewal notice will indicate whether or not a smog check is required. Depending on the year of manufacture, a smog check is also required when a vehicle changes ownership or is registered for the first time in California. Remember to take the vehicle registration renewal form with you when going for a smog check. This helps ensure that the correct vehicle information and smog check certificate are electronically sent to the...
As one of Tehachapi’s busiest smog stations, Don’s Pro Technology Automotive Repair (DPT) would like to clear up some of the mystery around California’s Smog Check Program. The following information is provided by the California Bureau of Automotive Repair. The Smog Check Program in California is a vehicle inspection and maintenance program designed to improve the air we breathe. The program identifies vehicles with excess emissions so they can be properly repaired or retired. It has greatly reduced air pollution created by millions of cars...
When scheduling any automotive maintenance, you can probably expect to be asked about the driving conditions that you put your vehicle through. You have only two choices, normal and severe. If you’re just an average American and don’t use your car to compete in motor sports, surely you fall into the normal driving conditions right? You might be right, but you might be wrong. That’s mostly due to the misleading terms for conditions assigned by the auto industry. The Filter Manufacturers Council saw this as an issue and suggests you think of th...
In these COVID-19 times, it’s important to be aware of all of the sources of infections that surround us. Your car is actually one of the most important ones and one that we often forget. Today, it’s more important than ever to keep your car clean and prevent it from contributing to the virus spread, especially if there is more than one person sharing the car. Scientists have found that the virus can live up to three days on surfaces like plastic and stainless steel. Because of this, it’s important to disinfect the surfaces in your car that...
It's likely you don't give the air conditioning in your vehicle much thought until you notice it's failing or broken. The last thing you want is to be stuck in a vehicle with no air conditioning on hot Summer days. Fortunately, Don's Pro Tech Automotive experts are on hand to help you stay cool and comfortable. Before bringing your car or truck by for a check-up, here are a few things you can troubleshoot on your own when your vehicle isn't cooling properly. Air not cold enough There are several...
