February 8th, 2019 by Tom Lapham
What is a Timing Belt? That is a question we hear a lot! The team at Auto Stop has put together some information below to help answer some Frequently Asked Questions about Timing Belts: What is a timing belt? What does a timing belt do? A timing belt is a reinforced belt that connects the
February 28th, 2017 by John Alligood
Oil is one of the most important fluids involved with the inner workings of an internal combustion engine. But who actually knows what engine oil is, and what do the automotive engineers expect from it? To put it simply, engine oil is a derivative of crude oil. Crude oil is found in deep underground pockets,
November 21st, 2016 by John Alligood
Many of us in the DC area got our first taste of cold this past weekend, with two nights that fell below freezing. Winter is inevitably around the corner, so make sure you and your car are adequately prepared! Your team at Auto Stop has put together a winter safety checklist for your vehicle that
November 7th, 2016 by John Alligood
With cold weather setting into the region people are beginning to break out the winter coats, gloves, and scarfs. This is also true for the small critters who will soon be looking for ways to escape the harsh elements. During a courtesy inspection last week, we noticed one customer’s Cabin Air Filter had been converted