In the cold winter months or hot summer days, the routine maintenance and car repair that needs to be done is more obvious. In the summer, make sure your coolant system has enough fluid to prevent a system freeze and…
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Need a 3,000-mile Oil Change? Probably Not
Decades ago, when cars guzzled gas, ran dirty and had square, rectangular corners instead of aerodynamic curves, a regular 3,000-mile oil change was necessary to keep your automobile running clean and smooth. Yet a lot of technological advances have occurred…
Posted in All Posts, Oil Change
Why Sweat It Out? Don’t Delay in Getting AC Repair
Are you guys tired of this heat yet!? Typically this time of year everywhere you drive in San Diego county, having a properly functioning air conditioner for your car, truck or SUV is essential for pleasant and enjoyable drive. Though…
Prevent Overheating With Regular Cooling System Maintenance
As with all machines and mechanical devices, some types of repair work are more crucial than others. Though less than ideal, auto suspension repair, where the car pulls to one side when you are driving straight, can sometimes be put…
Posted in All Posts, Auto Repair Maintenance
Avoid Costly Summer Auto Repair Services With These Tips
It’s officially the middle of summer, but here in San Diego that means you still have several months of warm weather to enjoy. As much as we all love the summer sun, high temperatures and intense sun can take a…
Posted in All Posts, Summer Car Care Tips
Summer Road Trip? Avoid Big Auto Repair Service in San Diego with These Tips
Getting ready for that one final summer road trip requires packing all the right gear such as your snazzy swimsuit, your SPF 35 and beach flip flops. But as you get all your summer essentials together, take the time to…
Posted in All Posts, Summer Car Care Tips
Take the Mystery Out of the Check Engine Light
You’re driving your car along the highway and everything seems fine. Then for no apparent reason, the dreaded “check engine” light pops on and your heart races. You arrive safe and sound to your destination but the spend the next…
Downtown San Diego’s Auto AC Repair Specialists
Even in sunny San Diego, auto air conditioning repair and service isn’t the kind of thing you think of until the early summer heat comes. But when summer arrives and your air conditioning unit blows hot air, you know you…
Posted in Air Conditioning
How to Find Quality Hybrid Car Repair in San Diego
Finding distinctive yet reasonably priced hybrid car repair service for a standard, gasoline-only fueled vehicle can be a big enough challenge. If you own a hybrid vehicle, finding an auto mechanic in San Diego, CA who is up to the…
Posted in Hybrid/Smart Car, Uncategorized
What Are the Real Costs of Hybrid Auto Repair in San Diego
With the price of gas hovering around $4.12 in San Diego, many motorists who are looking to save a few bucks consider purchasing a hybrid vehicle. Though hybrid vehicles may cost more upfront than standard sedans or coups, drivers think…
