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Once upon a time, cars didn’t have catalytic converters and it wasn’t hard to tell. In some large cities across the globe, smog created by vehicular emissions, industry, fires, etc., irritated eyes and put a “hazy” blanket over the surrounding area. In 1975, the U.S. Environm...

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Most people are keeping vehicles for longer than ever before because they are made to be more durable and reliable now. When we stay on top of our vehicle’s routine maintenance needs, we feel go... read more

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The holiday season is here. Gifts begin accumulating and wallets feel a little thinner with each passing week. It’s an exciting time when the last thing you’d want to worry about is an... read more

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Timing Chain Each day, millions of people start their day to the sound of ringing, buzzing, beeping, chirping and whirring. These sounds typically emanate loudly from an alarm clock or smartphone ... read more

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Question: What is power brake service and why do I need to have it done? Answer: Imagine you pour a tablespoon of water into your hand and throw it as far as you can. Now suppose you suck up a table... read more

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Your axles are an extremely important part of your vehicle. They are the last link in transferring power from the engine to your wheels. They're strong parts that can last a long time, but they can ru... read more

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Huge advances in automotive technology have led to the development of high-tech fluids to keep pace. A simple example of this is the cooling system. For decades it was primarily made out of iron, stee... read more

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When you buy a used car, it’s brand new to you. However, people sell cars for different reasons. Maybe they just wanted something new or maybe they just couldn’t wait to get rid of it. May... read more

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Air quality affects us wherever we are. We have become more aware of how air pollution negatively affects our lives over the past few decades. But have you thought about the air INSIDE your car? Mos... read more

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Combating Blind Spots: Best Practices While this is a very common term and nearly everyone understands the concept, blind spots still contribute to about 840,000 accidents and 300 fatalities per y... read more

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Question: When do I need to replace my battery? Answer: That is a very smart question that can sometimes be overlooked until the battery dies and it is a last resort purchase. Other times, bat... read more

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160 million vehicles in the United States are not serviced when it is needed. A recent report stated that 80% of vehicles on the road have one or more service repair that is not being taken care of! W... read more

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Your air conditioning system uses refrigerant to create cold air. The most common reasons why your vehicle’s air conditioning system would lose their cold air will have to do with the refrigeran... read more

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Torello Tire & Auto Repair is owned by Nick Torello Jr. and was opened in 1958. We are located at 187 Saltonstall Parkway, Rt. US-1 in East Haven, Connecticut. Besides East Haven, we also serve Branford, New Haven and other surrounding communities. Since we are a customer-oriented business, we h...

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