Tag Archives: automotive

REV HARD: WINTERIZE YOUR CAR

AutomotiveDaysShow 029Send your car questions to student experts.

by MCC-Longview Automotive Tech Writing

Q. Whenever the weather starts to get cold, I start seeing signs to “weatherize your car,” and I’m always skeptical. Should I be doing something to my vehicle to get it ready for winter? If so, what should I be doing, and why?

A. There are many reasons to winterize your vehicle because if not done, it could lead to costly expenses.  One of the main reasons to winterize your vehicle is to protect your engine by having your coolant freezing point checked. Continue reading

AUTO TECH STUDENTS HAVE IT IN GEAR

Auto Tech students check under the hood (Uno Yi/The Current).

Auto Tech students check under the hood (Uno Yi/The Current).

by Uno Yi

Every driver has had the experience of their cars breaking down on the highways, but many do not know how to deal with it. MCC Longview’s Automotive Technology program gives students the opportunity to learn simple skills to maintain their vehicles. Continue reading

AUTOMOTIVE SHOW OFFERS FLASHBACK

by Kyle Gross

Classic car owners revved their engines at LV's auto show (Rachel Cantrell/The Current).

Classic car owners revved their engines at LV's auto show (Rachel Cantrell/The Current).

Classic cars shone forth in quiet, and sometimes noisy, brilliance at MCC-Longview’s Automotive Career Day. Under the bright, warm sunlight, classic cars and trucks basked in glory for fans new and old alike to see.  View slideshow.

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