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Your Guide to Auto Repairs

Jeremy Wolfson | March 17, 2010

Jeremy Wolfson, who currently owns Benchmark Auto Service in Minnetonka, Minnesota, says he has always been fascinated with mechanical devices. By the age of 12, he had already successfully repaired his first car and since then, Wolfson has never stopped working on and learning about automobiles. Currently, in addition to owning his own business, Wolfson maintains his ASE Master Technician Certification as well as an L1 Advanced Certification, and still thoroughly enjoys diagnosing and repairing American, Japanese, and European cars.

How to Find the Right Mechanic

What it takes to find a reputable auto repair shop in your area.

Easy Tips For Car Care

The longevity of your car is usually a direct reflection on how you cared for it.

How to Maintain Your Hybrid Car

When it comes to major repairs or even scheduled maintenance, do a bit of research before you let just anyone handle your car.

Common Mistakes By Car Owners

Three of the most common mistakes made by car owners.

What Happens During a Car Tune Up?

Every car manufacturer is specific about when its car should be brought into the dealership or to a mechanic for its scheduled maintenance.

When Should You Get an Oil Change?

A few factors go into determining how many oil changes you should get for your car every year.

How to Check Engine Oil

Besides checking your car’s tire pressure, you should also actively monitor the engine oil and antifreeze levels.

When do You Need New Brakes?

A few things in your car are designed solely for your safety, but none are as important as your brakes.

How to Check Tire Pressure

Neglecting the air pressure in your car’s tires can lead to a multitude of other problems down the line.

Make Your Car Safer For the Environment

Find out how to ensure your car has less of a negative impact on the environment and also save you money in the process.

How to Prepare Your Car For Different Seasons

You should make a few adjustments to your car to coincide with the upcoming seasons.

Prepare Your Car For a Road Trip

Before you embark on your adventure you need to make sure your car is up for the challenge.

What Do the Lights on the Dashboard Mean?

What all of the lights and gauges look like as well as what they mean.

How Does a Car’s Electrical System Work?

You’re more likely to be able to spot a problem early and you may even learn to appreciate your car more once you know how much work goes into making run.

What is a Transmission?

With this guide, not only will you have a better understanding of what tasks the transmission fulfills, but you will also know how to detect small problems that should be checked out before they turn too destructive.

What is a Timing Belt?

It essentially keeps the whole engine running smoothly.

Tips For Buying a New Car

Suggestions for what you should ask the car dealer about in between checking out the sunroof and the CD changer.

Tips For Buying a Used Car

Since someone else has owned and driven this car before you, it can be viewed as a high-risk purchase.

Advances in Car Technology

He predicts that we will see an increase in the number of safety features on a car.

About Jeremy Wolfson

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Jeremy Wolfson, who currently owns Benchmark Auto Service in Minnetonka, Minnesota, says he has always been fascinated with mechanical devices. By the age of nine he could overhaul both the family lawn mower and the snow blower, and by 12, he was working on cars. He fondly recalls his parents allowing him to purchase an old VW bug for just $35, and several months later the car actually ran. Since then, Wolfson has never stopped working on and learning about automobiles. Whether it was fixing up cars for friends in high school or earning his first ASE Certification before he graduated, Wolfson has always been serious about his passion. Currently, in addition to owning his own business, Wolfson maintains his ASE Master Technician Certification as well as a L1 Advanced Certification, and still thoroughly enjoys diagnosing and repairing American, Japanese, and European cars.

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15031 Minnetonka Industrial Rd.
Minnetonka,MN 55345
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