Key Warning Signs You Need a New Car Battery
Tweet One of the questions we often hear from customers at our Tempe auto repair shop is, “How do I know when to get a new car battery?” Unfortunately, many people wait until their battery fails altogether and they’re left stranded in their driveway, at work, or on the side of the road. That’s not […]
Car Maintenance Skills Every Vehicle Owner Should Have
Tweet When you think of car maintenance skills, your thoughts probably turn to your local auto mechanic. You know, that automotive expert you trust to handle all of your vehicle related concerns. While it’s true that your trustworthy mechanic likely does have some pretty awesome talents and abilities, that doesn’t take you off the hook […]
7 Tips to Help You Save Money and Improve Transmission Performance
Tweet With today’s high gas prices and the cost of everything else going up too, no one wants to face expensive transmission repairs or even a full transmission replacement. Yet, that’s exactly what will happen if you ignore essential routine vehicle maintenance or practice faulty driving habits. Rather than focusing on the negative, however, let’s […]
7 Ways to Stop Catalytic Converter Theft
Tweet Catalytic converter theft is on the rise across the country so if you haven’t heard about it in your area yet, give it time! In fact, the National Insurance Crime Bureau reported a 325 percent increase in catalytic converter theft in the U.S. between 2019 and 2020. Even here in sunny Tempe, AZ we’ve […]
5 DIY Car Repairs You Should Avoid
Tweet If DIY car repairs are right up your alley, you may want to think twice about doing some of these car repairs unless you’re a professional mechanic. That’s because most vehicle repairs require specialized knowledge and tools to get the job done correctly and safely. When it comes to these DIY auto repairs, your […]
Diagnosing Car Smells 101: Detecting an Urgent Auto Repair
Tweet Did you know that certain smells could indicate a serious auto repair issue that requires urgent attention? No one likes a nasty smell, but when that smell is coming from your vehicle, it’s even worse. That’s because it’s likely to mean a problem with your car, and car problems mean money spent on auto […]