Gas Smell! (What Causes Gasoline Odors)
June 7, 2026
If you've ever walked into your garage and noticed it smelled like gasoline, pay attention. Gasoline can be dangerous, both from the health problems fumes can cause and the fire danger gasoline presents. There are many things that can cause a vehicle to give off a gasoline odor. One of the eas... More
The Sign of the Shield (Heat Shield Repair and Replacement)
May 31, 2026
Even in the months where temperatures are cooler, heat is still an enemy of your vehicle. When your engine runs, it creates heat, so there are numerous heat shields that protect other parts from those higher temperatures. Heat shields are installed around several areas of the exhaust system. Ot... More
Trip Inspection at Parkway Car Care in Rowlett
May 24, 2026
Rowlett area drivers love their vehicles. And one of the most enjoyable things about them is taking a road trip. Freedom from daily schedules, new sights and the open road it's great! But there's nothing like vehicle trouble to bring the fun to a grinding halt.Now Rowlett drivers can't always av... More
Technician Training at Parkway Car Care
May 17, 2026
Your vehicle is important to you, and keeping it running properly is important to your lifestyle. That's why you're smart enough to have it serviced regularly at Parkway Car Care in Rowlett. And even though it may just be routine maintenance, you want it done right by automotive professionals.I... More
What Rowlett Automotive Service Consumers Should Know
May 10, 2026
There are some things drivers should know about Rowlett car service and repair. First and foremost, Parkway Car Care cares about you and your family's safety. And we really appreciate your business. Parkway Car Care in Rowlett wants to build a trusting relationship that becomes the foundation f... More
Give it the Boot (Ball Joint Boot Replacement)
May 3, 2026
Your vehicle may be wearing boots right now and you might not even know it. They're called ball joint boots. They're actually protective, flexible things that protect parts of your suspension (called ball joints) from all the hazards the road can fling at them. If one of those ball joint boots... More
Automotive Detective Work in Rowlett
April 26, 2026
There's a reason we use the word diagnose when we talk about fixing cars in Rowlett. Figuring out what's wrong with your vehicle has a lot of similarities to figuring out what's wrong with someone who is ill. Vehicles are a mass of complex systems that can produce a variety of symptoms when some... More
Some New Boots (Suspension Maintenance)
April 19, 2026
There are some boots that don't come in a shoe box and aren't worn on your feet. They are called axle or CV boots, and they can be important parts for many vehicles. That CV stands for constant velocity. CV axles are mainly used in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive vehicles. They're also u... More
Drive Defensively in TX
April 15, 2026
Car care is part of auto safety in Rowlett. But the most important thing we can do to improve safety on TX roads is to drive safely.Defensive driving begins with the proper attitude. Have in mind that you won't let anyone take your safety away from you. You'll be aware of your surroundings, roa... More
Exhaust Service at Parkway Car Care: Passing the Smell Test
April 14, 2026
The exhaust system on a vehicle is more complex than most Rowlett residents realize. It contains everything from old-fashioned pipes and clamps to sophisticated computers and sensors. All TX folks know a properly functioning exhaust system is good for the environment, but sometimes we forget th... More