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An engine can last anywhere from 50 to 500,000 miles depending mostly on how well you maintain it. While some engines are certainly more reliable than others, all of them depend on maintenance to fulfill their greatest potential. ABC Drive Train in Lancaster has provided for you some of the determining factors of engine lifespan, to help you make sure your engine lasts as long as it possibly can.

Does your steering wheel feel like it’s fighting you when trying to drive in a straight line? Does your car turn too aggressively when you try to go one direction, and poorly when you try to go another? There are a few possibilities as to what it means if your car resists going in a straight line. ABC Drive Train in Lancaster has the answers for you.

At ABC Drive Train in Lancaster, we understand all too well the importance of changing your oil regularly. Three to five thousand miles sounds like a lot, but it doesn’t really take that long to rack them up. The busier you are, the more you probably drive, and the more likely you are to forget it’s time to change your oil. Here are some reasons to pay attention to your oil changes, and help you better understand why oil changes are so important.

Exhaust systems are one of the most neglected aspects of most vehicles. Exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, and mufflers are exposed to heat, emissions, and road damage. While your exhaust system is fairly simple and straightforward, these conditions mean it is inherently prone to rust and damage. As a result, this system is often one of the first systems you will have trouble with on your car.

“Water pump” is a term you’ve most likely heard in conversations about vehicles. But what is it, what does it actually do, and how do you know if you need a new one? At ABC Drive Train in Lancaster, we know the answers to these questions, and soon you will too.

A properly functioning climate control system is essential to a comfortable ride, particularly during extreme conditions. At ABC Drive Train in Lancaster, our technicians have the equipment and ability necessary to service or repair the AC or heat in your car, truck, or SUV.

Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the car, truck, or SUV still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From ABC Drive Train in Lancaster, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.

With fall right around the corner, now is the perfect time to have your coolant system serviced. At ABC Drive Train in Lancaster, we offer the full range of coolant system services, from coolant testing to system flushing. Here’s what you need to know about servicing your cooling system.