371 W. Patrick St. | Frederick, MD 21701

371 W. Patrick St. | Frederick, MD 21701

Being Prepared for Road Emergencies

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No one expects to be in an emergency, but they happen. Instead of reacting to a road emergency, you can take time to be proactive and prepare for an inevitable emergency. That way, you can be confident that you’re prepared to handle anything and everything the road throws at you. Here is how you can […]

When Do I Need a Maryland State Inspection for My Vehicle?

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Before registering your vehicle in Maryland, it’s important to have it thoroughly inspected. If your vehicle fails Maryland’s safety inspection, which is rare, you have 30 days from the inspection date and up to 1,000 miles to repair the vehicle and have it re-inspected. If you wait over a month or put more than 1000 […]

Getting Your Car Ready for Winter

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Did you know that you can avoid no-starts, frozen doors and windows, engine freeze-ups, and accidents just by taking appropriate steps to prepare your car for winter? Preparing your vehicle for harsh winter conditions is not only part of being a responsible driver, but it’s also part of being a safe driver. Follow these tips […]