Having tires in good condition is an essential part of driving safely. Here are some telltale signs that it’s time to replace your tires. The rubber in tires wears out over time. If you notice that your tread depth looks shallow, or that the treads are wearing out unevenly, it may be time to have…
A tire’s pressure is measured in PSI. PSI stands for pounds per square inch. The tire pressure level can be found in several locations. It is printed on the inside door jam on the driver’s side, and it is in your owner’s manual. Check the sidewall of the tires also. Some manufacturers will stamp the…
Sam Hajjaj recently joined the BMW of Bridgeport team after 8 years with Mercedes Benz of Fairfield as a client advisor. He has 18 years of experience in the highline automotive sales market in Fairfield County and surrounding communities. During his downtime, Sam enjoys spending quality time with his wife and daughter going to the…
We would like to welcome another new member to the BMW of Bridgeport family, Paul Garafalo! Paul is now a Client Advisor at BMW of Bridgeport and we are glad to have him on our team. He started off in the car business as a client advisor with Acura of Milford. He has 2 years…
Even the smallest components of an engine help it to function properly. Although they are easy to overlook, gaskets are an essential part of your car’s design, and while they are engineered to be durable, they eventually age and need to be replaced. Gaskets function as a seal where two separate engine parts meet. They…
When your vehicle doesn’t start, you might assume that your battery has died. However, that isn’t always the case. Sometimes, the issue isn’t the battery, but the vehicle’s ignition. But, how can you tell if the issue is your ignition system, and what can you do if your ignition is going bad? There are a…
Routine maintenance is key when it comes to protecting the overall investment of your new vehicle. You might think you have a few years before you have to get anything done to your vehicle since it is brand new, but this isn’t the case. The more proactive you are now, the longer you will own…
The exhaust system in your car is responsible for cleaning the toxic air that comes from your engine as it is running. When your catalytic converter is working properly, your car will be able to pass an emissions inspection. If the catalytic converter is clogged, there can be problems with your ability to pass…
More often than not, pictures of new car development mules are taken by renegade spy photographers or eagle-eyed forum jockeys which are then not-so-sneakily passed around on the automotive interwebs like funny cigarettes in a suburban basement once the adults have left town for the weekend. To save us all the trouble, BMW decided to…
It may sound strange, but sand, cat litter, or salt may be your saving grace in the winter. You should always bring a bag with you in your car in case you get stuck. If you get stuck, you will be able to spread some around your tires and get enough traction to get out…
