Nott's Automotive Blog
Auto repair tips, maintenance advice, and industry insights from our ASE-certified technicians in Sarasota, FL.
Diesel Maintenance Every Sarasota Driver Should Know
Diesel engines need different maintenance than gas engines. Here is what Sarasota diesel owners should know about fuel filters, oil intervals, DEF fluid, and DPF regeneration.
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Florida Heat and Your Car's AC System
Sarasota summers hit 95 degrees with 90% humidity. Here is what that does to your car's AC and when to get it checked before it fails completely.
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How Often Should Fleet Vehicles Be Serviced?
A box truck doing 60 stops a day in Sarasota traffic wears out brakes faster than a sedan that sees 12,000 miles a year. Here is how to build a fleet maintenance schedule based on what your vehicles actually do, not a generic chart.
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Is a 24-Month/24,000-Mile Warranty Worth It?
Most auto repair shops in Sarasota offer 90 days or nothing on their work. Here is what a 24-month/24,000-mile warranty actually covers, where the catches are, and why it matters when something breaks six months later.
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5 Brake Warning Signs You Shouldn't Ignore
A customer came in with a grinding noise she'd ignored for three weeks. The pads were gone. Metal on metal. Brakes don't fail without warning. Here are five signs you need brake service before the problem gets expensive or dangerous.
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How Often Should You Change Your Oil in Florida Heat
Your owner's manual says 7,500 or 10,000 miles between oil changes. That assumes mild weather and gentle driving. Sarasota in July gives you neither. Here's what we actually recommend after 14 years of turning wrenches in Florida heat.
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