Why Is My Car Making That Noise?

When your vehicle starts to make unfamiliar noises, it can become a nuisance over time. While it’s tempting to drown out the noises with music, some noises are a cause for concern. 

Join us as we explore some of the most common car noises and the problems that accompany them to find out if you need to get your car to the shop ASAP. 

If you’re having common car problems, stop by Boggs. For minimal or routine maintenance, no appointment is necessary!

Squealing Tires

If your tires are constantly squeaking it could be a result of multiple mishaps such as underinflated tires, faulty wheel bearings, worn brakes, or uneven tire tread. Since squeaking tires could be from a variety of issues, it’s important to address this issue promptly.

No matter what’s causing your tires to squeak, our experts at Boggs are here to help. Bring your vehicle to one of our convenient locations in Warsaw. We’ll find the problem and get your car running just like new again!

Grinding Or Squealing When Braking

When you press on the brakes, if you hear a grinding or squealing noise, your brake pad indicator may be rubbing against the rotor. This means that your brake pads have worn down almost completely. While this is not an urgent matter, it still needs to be addressed. Your brake pads will need serviced and likely replaced if they’re completely worn down.

At Boggs, we offer 3 levels of brake pads and rotors. Our “good”, “better”, and “best” options each come with different warranties. Our good brake pad is the most cost-effective choice, but it comes with more brake dust. Whereas our best brake pad is slightly more expensive, and you can count on significantly less brake dust with this option. Stop by Boggs for your brake repairs and choose which brake option is right for you!

Clicking Or Grinding When Starting The Car

If you’re hearing a clicking or grinding sound when you try to start your car, your starter is probably to blame. Although it won’t damage your car to avoid addressing this immediately, the longer you wait, the higher the risk that your car will suddenly stop running. 

Visit Boggs ASAP if you hear strange noises when starting your car to get your electrical system repaired or replaced.

Loud Exhaust Sounds Or Roaring While Driving

When driving your normal commute, you begin to hear loud exhaust-like sounds or roaring. This usually means your muffler or a portion of the exhaust system is damaged. 

While these loud noises can be scary, if you address them quickly, significant damage can be averted. However, if left untreated, an exhaust leak could lead to unhealthy or even fatal fumes escaping into your vehicle’s cabin.

Be sure to bring your car to Boggs when you hear such noises. Our exhaust expert, Joey Hogle, has extensive experience bending pipes and fitting them in your vehicle the way they’re supposed to be.

Groaning Or Creaking While Steering

If you hear a groaning or creaking sound when you turn the steering wheel or your steering wheel becomes difficult to turn, your power-steering system is likely damaged. Although this may seem insignificant, the power-steering system is one of the most critical components of your vehicle. 

Losing control of your steering wheel could cause significant damage or even lead to a crash. While sometimes the fix is topping off the power-steering fluid, it’s always important to get your vehicle checked when there are signs of damage to the power-steering system.

Stay Safe With Boggs!

When your car starts to make strange noises, it’s best to get it checked out, just in case. At Boggs, our team is equipped to help with anything from common car problems to rare issues that may arise. 

We’re proud to be your local full-service car repair and maintenance center, offering two convenient locations in Warsaw. Can’t make it in? No need to stress! Our unique Boggs Driver service provides free pick-up for oil changes and preventive maintenance, adding to our customer-focused offerings.

Our goal at Boggs is to ensure a hassle-free experience. No appointment is necessary for oil changes, but for other services, click below to call and schedule with us.