Severn Auto Repair

Welcome to Walt Eger Service Center, where your vehicle's performance and safety are our top priorities. In this blog post, we'll dive into the exciting world of brake upgrades, exploring how aftermarket options can elevate your braking performance. Before you take the plunge into upgrading your brakes, it's essential to understand the benefits, considerations, and safety aspects involved in this process.   Why Consider Brake Upgrades? Enhancing your vehicle's braking performance can have a significant impact on your driving experience. Upgrading your brakes can provide benefits such as improved stopping power, reduced braking distances, better heat dissipation, and enhanced durability. Whether you're a performance enthusiast or simply want added safety on the road, brake upgrades are worth exploring.   Exploring Aftermarket Brake Upgrade Options High-Performance Brake Pads:** Upgrading to high-performance brake pads can provide better ... read more

Welcome to the Walt Eger Service Center, your go-to source for all things related to maintaining and enhancing your vehicle's performance in the Severn, Odenton, and Ft.Meade area!    In this blog post, we'll delve into a common issue that can be indicative of underlying suspension problems: uneven tire wear. Your vehicle's suspension plays a vital role in ensuring a smooth and safe ride, and recognizing the signs of uneven tire wear can help you identify suspension issues early on. Let's explore how to detect these warning signs and take proactive measures to keep your vehicle in top condition.   The Connection Between Suspension and Tire Wear: Your vehicle's suspension system is responsible for absorbing shocks, providing stability, and ensuring optimal contact between the tires and the road. When your suspension isn't working correctly, it can lead to uneven tire wear, compromising both your driving experience and safety.   Si ... read more

Walt Eger's Service Center is here again with more tips and info on how to keep your ride running smoothly.    Your vehicle's suspension system is the unsung hero that ensures a smooth, comfortable ride and responsive handling. Over time, the various components that make up this intricate system undergo wear and tear. Recognizing when it's time to replace these suspension components is crucial to maintaining your vehicle's performance, safety, and ride quality. In this blog post, we'll provide you with a comprehensive guide to the lifespan of suspension components and the signs that indicate it's time for a replacement. Before diving into the signs of component wear, let's briefly explore the key suspension components that work together to deliver a comfortable and controlled ride:   1. Shock Absorbers/Struts: These components dampen the impact of bumps and uneven road surfaces, ensuring your vehicle maintains proper c ... read more

Welcome to Walt Eger's Service Center! As car owners, we know how important it is to take care of our vehicles. Regular maintenance keeps them running smoothly and prevents bigger problems down the road. But what about when something does go wrong? That's where our top 5 auto repair services come in!  1. Oil Changes Regular oil changes are essential for the health and longevity of your engine. Having your oil changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles will help your car run more efficiently, improve gas mileage, and extend the life of your engine. 2. Brake Service Your brakes are one of the most important safety features of your vehicle. Proper maintenance and repair of brake pads and rotors will help ensure that your car stops quickly and safely when you need it to. Don't wait until it's too late to have your brakes inspected and repaired. 3. Tire Rotation and Balancing Having your tires rotated and balanced every 5,000 to 7,000 miles will help extend their life and im ... read more

As car enthusiasts ourselves, we believe that maintaining your vehicle is one of the most important things you can do to keep it running smoothly and safely for years to come. That's why we've compiled the ultimate car maintenance checklist to keep your car in top shape.   1. Regular Oil Changes Regular oil changes are essential to keep your engine running smoothly. It's recommended to change your oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles depending on your car's make and model. It’s also important to use the proper oil type and weight specified in your owner's manual.   2. Check and Replace Filters Air and oil filters keep your engine running smoothly by preventing dirt and debris from entering the engine. Check and replace your filters regularly to ensure your car is running at peak performance.   3. Tire Maintenance Regularly check the tire pressure and make sure they are properly inflated. Also, check for any signs of wear and tear, such as cracks ... read more