The check engine light is a warning light that appears on the dashboard of a car when the car's onboard computer detects a problem with the vehicle's engine or emissions control system that needs to be addressed.

The check engine light is a warning light that appears on the dashboard of a car when the car's onboard computer detects a problem with the vehicle's engine or emissions control system that needs to be addressed.

Maintaining a car's brakes is an essential aspect of vehicle ownership. Brakes allow the driver to slow down or stop the vehicle when needed, and they play a crucial role in helping the driver maintain control of the car. Not only do brakes help ensure the safety of the driver and passengers, but they also play a crucial role in the overall performance and longevity of a vehicle.

It's important that wheels and tires are aligned. If they aren't, you could be damaging your tires and affecting the vehicle's handling characteristics.

At TMJ Bimmers, we have seen first hand how the Risks of a Cheap Oil Change do not payout in the long-run. So when it comes to quickie oil changes at a discount price, you should be suspicious and ask “what’s the catch?”

As a BMW owner, you’ll want to make sure you're taking care of your car and keeping it in top shape. Part of that is getting routine oil changes. But how often should you get your oil serviced? And does it differ for different types of cars? We're here to help answer those questions.

If you're a Euro car owner, then you know that taking care of your investment (your car) is important. Part of taking care of your car is making sure that your vehicle’s suspension is always in alignment. Keep reading to learn more about why! 

If you're a Houston resident, then you know the drill: hot summers, high humidity, and a whole lot of traffic. Fortunately, there are a few simple things you can do to keep your car running smoothly all year round. Here are the top 5 auto care tips.

It was not very long ago that your average automotive repair shop was ready, willing and able to work on all makes and models of cars. The differences in engine, and suspension design, and their components were relatively small. If a Master technician knew one vehicle inside and out, he had an excellent chance of diagnosing and repairing just about any other vehicle. Those days, however, are long gone. In today’s automotive field, the advent of airbags, and other safety equipment, great strides in entertainment systems, including Bluetooth, Business communication systems within a car, and a host of other technological changes have expanded the field well out of the reach of even the best Master Techs.

If you are interested in enhancing your vehicle’s performance, performance tuning your vehicle can help to increase it’s overall horsepower and torque. It can also add more thrill to your vehicle’s drive. On late model BMWs, turning up the boost is one way to crank up the fun factor.

A term that is used quite frequently in the car industry is “Aftermarket”. For many of our customers the meaning of this word may be unclear. What is an aftermarket part? The easiest way to understand this concept is to think about your car’s stereo (aka head unit).