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Automotive Advice

Practical guidance on keeping a vehicle running well, from what a warning light is telling you to whether a part is worth replacing.

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Automotive Advice October 17, 2025
Can You Swap a BCM Between Vehicles? Compatibility & Programming Tips

When your vehicle’s electronics start acting up, the culprit might be hiding in plain sight: your Car’s BCM (Body Control Module). This essential unit controls multiple systems, from…

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Automotive Advice October 31, 2024
The Fascinating Truth about The Lifecycle Of A Car

Driving the Future: A Deep Dive into Electric and Traditional Vehicles Electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly transforming the automotive landscape, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional vehicles. As…

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how to reset ecm
Automotive Advice October 1, 2024
How to Reset your ECM: Tips and Tricks

The Engine Control Module (ECM), also commonly referred to as the Engine Control Unit (ECU), is a vital component in modern vehicles. This sophisticated electronic device acts as…

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Automotive Advice July 3, 2024
P0113 Code: Everything You Need To Know

Modern cars contain dozens of sensors that monitor everything from radiator pressure to engine temperature to the amount of CO2 in your emissions. Since any of these issues…

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Automotive Advice November 14, 2019
How to Choose the Best ECM For Your Nissan Vehicle

Because of their complexity, today’s vehicles depend on computers for managing many of their features. These features include the ability to adjust the air-to-fuel ratio and gear ratio…

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Automotive Advice June 29, 2016
How Can I Make My Car Last (Nearly) Forever?

Does your car have a problem? Are you unable to identify the issue? Hopefully we have the solution that can make your car last (nearly) forever. Know Your…

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5 ways to extend the lifes of your car
Automotive Advice March 31, 2016
5 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Car

If you're looking to extend the life of your car, you should call Solo Auto Electronics to rebuild your auto computer, whether it be a PCM, ECU, ECM…

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Automotive Advice February 4, 2016
How Does my Car Computer Work?

When you own a computer you often receive reminders to update software and components of the operating system. Much like the computer sitting on your desk, the computer…

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Automotive Advice January 23, 2015
Dream Car of the Month: 2017 Ford GT

The 2017 Ford GT is a sleek looking car with very low ground clearance. It has a very aerodynamic design with very unique looking features such as the…

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Automotive Advice January 18, 2015
Top 10 Most Luxurious Cars of 2015

2015 has arrived, which means a whole slew of new luxury cars for enthusiasts to ogle over. Which is why we’re bringing you our top 10 list of…

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The right module, programmed to your VIN. Or repaired, when that’s the better call.

Year, make, model and VIN is all we need. Matched within a business day by our Miami lab, repairing and programming vehicle computers since 2003.