If you're a Houstonian, then you know the drill: hot summers, high humidity, miles and miles of concrete 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 and especially in this Summer Heat:

This specialized procedure is meant to help clear out carbon buildup from the intake valves and ports of direct injection engines. Over time, these carbon deposits can build up, obstructing airflow, and compromising engine performance.

When your car is due for repairs, service or maintenance, you're going to be faced with a dilemma – weighing up the options of… OEM parts, OE parts or Aftermarket parts!? It is important to understand the different types of parts, before deciding on what is best for your vehicle. In the automotive world, there are three main types of parts you'll see for sale: OEM, OE and Aftermarket. But what's the difference between the three? Keep reading to find out. fferent types of cars? We're here to help answer those questions.

Owning a European car is a luxury that many aspire to, but with luxury comes responsibility. Proper maintenance is essential to ensure that your car runs smoothly, is safe to drive, and retains its value.

This is a common question people ask all the time, what is a “euro car”, well really it’s short for European Car or a car manufactured in Europe. There are many well known brands that you may see here around the US and even in Houston. You may be driving one yourself!

If you are not familiar with auto repair, it can seem like a foreign language when you hear mechanics discussing the inner workings of your vehicle. With so many different parts and systems, it can be challenging to keep up with all the technical jargon. That's why we've compiled a comprehensive list of auto repair terms and their meanings to help you navigate your next visit to the auto shop.

An independent auto repair shop is a privately owned business that specializes in repairing and maintaining cars. Independent auto repair shops are not affiliated with a particular car manufacturer or dealership, and can offer repair and maintenance services for a wide variety of car makes and models or they may specialize on just a few select makes.

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).