What Is a Vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM), Why It's Important, and Signs It May Be Failing The Engine Control Module (ECM) - often referred to as the "brain" of a vehicle - is an important part that manages and regulates the engine's performance. Because, it processes data from various...
Extreme Cold: What You Need to Know Winter Affects on Engine
How Extreme Cold Weather Affects Your Car Engine and How to Prevent Damage Being informed and and proactive is important when it comes to our Millsboro downtown development. But it's also important to be informed and proactive when it comes to your car or truck's engine. Because we've had a...
Flooded Streets: What You Need to Know to Be Safe
Why Driving Through Flood Water is Bad for Your Vehicle As we watch the aftermath of Hurricane Helene make it's way through the southern states, it's a good reminder that it's also hurricane season here in Millsboro. And Sussex County emergency officials stress being aware and cautious during this 2024...
Your Engine’s Intake Valve: Why It’s SO Important
Understanding Your Engine's Intake Valve Understanding exactly how your vehicle works can be overwhelming. But, having a basic knowledge is helpful. So, In and Out Tire Pros in Millsboro tackle explaining the workings of various car or tuck parts, starting with your engine's intake valve. Located inside your engine's cylinder...
Ignition, No Go! What to do if Your Car Won’t Start
Troubleshooting What to Do if Your Car Engine Won’t Start What could be more infuriating than getting into your car, turning the key (or pressing the start button), and having nothing happen; a total ignition no go! And, what's worse, it's failing on Labor Day Weekend. Luckily, DART (Delaware's multi-modal...
Why a Well Running Vehicle is Essential for Back to School
Getting Your Vehicle in Top Shape for the Back-to-School Season: Why It’s Essential In preparation for the 2024 school year, Sussex Central High School has expanded to address overcrowding. And this is an example of being prepared as the back-to-school season approaches. Because, while school supplies, new clothes, and organizing schedules...
The Horror of A Cracked Engine. The Best Way To Prevent It
What Does It Mean When Your Mechanic Tells You That You Have a Cracked Engine? When you take the kids to the Millsboro Public Library for Story Time, it's, for sure, a fun day. But, when take the family car to your local auto shop only to have the mechanic...
The Amazing, Important Fuel Filter: Your Car’s Superhero
Understanding Your Car's Fuel Filter and the Importance of Keeping It Clean We have numerous "heroes" here in Millsboro. For example, Millsboro Police Chief Brian Calloway presented nurse Jalissa Jones, a nurse in the Beebe emergency department, with a citation of excellence award for her selfless and lifesaving work. And...
What’s That Light on Your Dash Mean? What You Need to Know
Understanding Your Dashboard Indicator Lights: A Comprehensive Guide Picture this: You were driving back from the Millsboro Dog Park when a light on your dashboard suddenly lit up. And though it's icon seemed fairly obvious, still you weren't 100% sure what it might mean. The lights on your dashboard serve...
The Best Way to Help Your Car Survive the Heat
How Hot Weather Affects Your Car and How to Protect Your Vehicle from Extreme Heat The summer sizzle continues this week here in Millsboro as the hot and humid weather continues throughout the week. And with this summer warmth, car and truck owners are introduced to several challenges as the heat...