Slow cranking or a car that will not start. We test the whole charging system, so you do not replace a good battery to fix a bad alternator.
When to get in touch
- Slow cranking when you start it
- Lights that dim at idle
- The battery light on the dash
- Corrosion on the terminals
- A battery over three years old in this heat
Services available
- Test the battery, alternator and starter together
- Tell you which part actually failed
- Replace only what the test says
How it goes
No appointment needed, and no surprises on the invoice.
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Call or drive in
Tell us what is going on, or the size on your sidewall if it is tires. We will quote you on the phone.
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We look at it with you
Tread, pads, codes or readings, whatever the job needs. You see what we see before anything is ordered.
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Know the next step
Confirm the service, installed price and expected timing with the shop before work begins.
Questions people ask
Is it my battery or my alternator?
Test it before you buy anything. A car that starts on a jump and dies again later often has a charging problem, not a bad battery. We test the battery, alternator and starter together, so you do not replace a good battery to fix a bad alternator.
How long does a car battery last in Florida?
Battery life varies with the battery, use, charging condition and environment. Heat can accelerate deterioration, while cold can make starting harder. If cranking changes or reliability is uncertain, ask for testing rather than replacing a battery based only on its age.
What are the signs a battery is on its way out?
Slow cranking, lights that dim at idle, the battery light on the dash, white or green corrosion on the terminals, or a case that has swollen in the heat. Any one of those is worth a quick test.
Still not sure?
Call (954) 468-7920 and ask for Kevin. A straight answer costs nothing, and we will tell you if we are not the right shop for the job.
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- New tiresTires for daily drivers and performance vehicles, matched to your driving and budget.
- Used tiresAsk about available used tires and whether a specific tire is suitable for your vehicle.
- Wheel alignmentAlignment service for pulling, an off-center steering wheel and uneven tire wear.
- Check engine diagnosticsFind out why the light is on before you pay for a repair.
- Tire repair and flatsFlat-tire assessment and repair when the damage and tire condition allow it.
- Oil and filterThe right oil for your engine, and a quick check while it is in.
- Balancing and TPMSFor a wheel that shakes at speed, and the light that will not go out.
- Truck and SUV tiresTruck and SUV tire options for daily driving, work, towing and off-road use.
- Boat and utility trailer tiresBoat and utility trailer tire options matched to the trailer’s specifications and load.
- Brakes and rotorsPads, rotors and calipers, on the same visit as your tires.
- Pre-purchase inspectionA full inspection before you buy a used car.
- Heating and A/CA/C that actually blows cold, which in South Florida is not optional.
- Suspension and steeringShocks, struts, ball joints and tie rods, the parts an alignment depends on.