Tim's Automotive
3015 East Joppa Road, Parkville, MD 21234 410.665.9098

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Your Vehicle's Other Power Plant (Alternator Replacement)

Your vehicle's engine is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a power plant.  But it has another power source that is vital as well: the alternator. The alternator is wha...
Published on: Sep 21, 2025

Simple Answers From Tim's Automotive For Parkville: Air Conditioner

{{ image('NDIy') }} Question:Why isn't my air conditioner blowing cold air?Tim's Automotive Answer:Your air conditioning system uses refrigerant to create cold air. The most common reasons Parkville ...
Published on: Aug 10, 2025

5 Tips for Buying Used in Parkville

Here are 5 tips from Tim's Automotive for used car buyers:1. Ask for service records. Most owners who document regular maintenance service take care of their vehicle.2. Inspect the vehicle thoroughly....
Published on: Jul 20, 2025

The Problems with a Cream Puff (Dormant Vehicles)

You may own a vehicle that you only drive occasionally.  Maybe it is a summer day cruiser, an off-roader, or vacation hauler.  Here are some things you need to know about a vehicle that does...
Published on: Jan 19, 2025

Simple Answers from Tim's Automotive in Parkville : Severe Service

{{ image('MzQ1') }} Question:What is a severe service maintenance schedule?Tim's Automotive Answer:When I was a kid in Parkville, Sunday meant having a bath, getting dressed for church and then hangi...
Published on: Dec 15, 2024

Trust the Service Center Procedures at Tim's Automotive

It's comforting for Parkville drivers to know that Tim's Automotive has exacting standards and procedures for taking care of your car. There are inspection procedures and auto service procedures.When ...
Published on: Dec 01, 2024

Questions to Ask Your Tim's Automotive Service Advisor

A lot of  service and repair customers in Parkville are a little tentative when they talk with their automotive advisors. They want to ask questions but don't want to be embarrassed or to seem pu...
Published on: Nov 17, 2024

Tim's Automotive Technician Training

Your car’s so important to your life: when it breaks down, you need it back on the road as soon as possible – with the problem fixed right the first time.  If you’ve ever check...
Published on: Oct 27, 2024