Sacramento Auto Repair

We couldn’t be more excited to see what 2021 has to hold! We are so grateful for the continued support from Sacramento drivers throughout the last months, and we look forward to seeing each and every one of you in the upcoming year for service. Together, we can keep your vehicle performing in pristine condition throughout the New Year.  We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year! A New Year means time for new goals, also known as resolutions. If you are struggling to think of some resolutions for 2021, the team at The Auto Experts is here to help! We have compiled a list of resolutions for you to help you become a better and safer driver.  Put on that seat belt. Buckling up seems like a no-brainer, but among vehicle passengers and drivers killed in a traffic crash, 47% were not wearing a seat belt. It is one of the safest measures you can take when stepping into your vehicle for a drive.  Say no to distracted driving. Over 90% of traffic crashes in ... read more

We can’t believe how quickly the year is going by! Soon enough, the holidays will be here, and we will be racing to the grocery store for last-minute items, planning trips to Grandmother’s house, and dashing over to the Christmas tree farm to pick up the perfect tree. The holidays are meant to be a relaxing and peaceful time -- the team at the Auto Experts doesn’t want you to worry about traffic during this time of the year.  We have compiled a few tips and tricks to help you handle holiday traffic:  Holidays might be a little different this year in the wake of COVID-19, but if you are still planning on driving and visiting your family, we recommend planning and leaving early. Most likely, the roads will be congested, and the weather won’t be the best. You can download a navigation app and plan your route ahead of time.  Make sure to eliminate all distractions. If you are stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic, it might be tempting to go on your pho ... read more

Soon enough, winter will be here, and we will be pulling out our holiday decorations, jackets, and scarves to prepare. The team at Auto Experts is here to remind you to take care of your vehicle too. Just like how you have to prepare for the colder temperatures and rainy days, your vehicle also does.    The changes that accompany winter can affect our vehicles' health and safety if we don’t take the proper precautions. It is easy to forget about your vehicle during the holiday season, as we are rushing around trying to prepare. However, it is essential to remember that your vehicle needs some extra care. At The Auto Experts, we recommend bringing your vehicle to our shop before winter is here. Our technicians will perform the following services, along with others, to prepare your vehicle for winter:    Your first line of defense against the elements is your windshield wipers and lights. Imagine you are driving down the road on a dark and stormy night -- y ... read more

Wildfires have been ravaging California, and the effects of the fires are staggering. First, the Auto Experts team would like to thank all the firefighters working so hard to keep our state and communities safe and secure. We are fortunate to have you. Not only are these fires affecting California’s inhabitants, but they are also involving our vehicles, as the smoke and ash is beginning to seep into your cabin air filters.    Your cabin air filter is directly responsible for the air quality in your cabin, as it cleans the air that goes into your vehicle. This filter is placed in your vehicle’s ventilation system and will prevent dirt, dust, smoke, smog, pollen, and mold spores from entering your cabin. If your cabin air filter is dirty, your car’s ventilation, heating, and air-conditioning system will be compromised. When air passes through the filter, the filter traps these contaminants. Over time, debris will begin to accumulate in your air filter. To redu ... read more

No matter what you have done to your car, quality auto repair and preventive maintenance doesn’t always come cheap. That’s why at Auto Excel, we’re proud to offer our loyal customers not only our nearly 70 years of collective auto repair experience, but access to our rewards program as well. Keep reading to see how our Rewards Program benefits you in the long run! As the premier auto repair shop in Lexington, our auto mechanics take their jobs to the next level. That’s why our reputation has continued to flourish as the years have passed - our customers know that no matter the issue, we can solve all those complex mechanical issues your car can throw at us. What makes it even better is our Rewards Card. Every purchase you make at Auto Excel, you’ll also earn a percentage of your invoiced amount added to your Rewards Card. As this accumulates, you can use the amount that’s gone onto your Rewards Card to use toward your future purchases at Auto Excel ... read more

Today is officially the start of September, and we can’t believe how fast time has been flying. For many of us, we might be getting a little stir-crazy, being stuck indoors, and adhering to social distancing protocols. Fortunately, Labor Day is right around the corner, which is the perfect excuse to get out, turn up the music, and go for a Labor Day Drive in Sacramento.    It is easy to find an adventure in Sacramento -- all you have to do is hop in your car, hit the road, and you are ready to go. For a fun and safe Labor Day exploring all that Sacramento has to offer, check out these picturesque Labor Day drives:    Apple Hill off Highway 50: On Highway 50, while traveling east toward Placerville, you will notice that traffic begins to disperse, and the road starts to steepen. You can take Main St. through Placerville and peruse through this gold rush town. Main St. will take you to Broadway. Once you find Schnell School Road, you can follow ... read more

Morning commutes can be rough -- we all want to stay in bed just a little bit longer. Morning commutes can be even more of a pain if you are stuck in traffic. Even though we are in the COVID-19 era, many of us are still making those morning commutes and dreading every minute. The team at The Auto Experts is here to help make that morning commute more bearable.  According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the average person drives 26 minutes to work, and since we live in a metropolitan area, our commutes might even be longer. You may even be surprised to know that the morning commute is the most disliked chore, even overworking, childcare, and household chores. By listening to these songs, the team at Auto Experts thinks you can start enjoying your mornings by listening to these 25 uplifting songs to help you start your day off on the right foot:  High -- Lighthouse Family  Happy -- Pharrell Williams  Ain’t No Mountain High Enough -- Marive Gaye $ Tammi Terrel&nbs ... read more

Your vehicle is one of the most important investments you make in your entire lifetime. Think of how much you rely on your car -- it would be a challenge to get through a day without your trusty sidekick! The team at The Auto Experts recognizes how much you rely on your car, and we want you to continue to cruise down the streets of Sacramento, both safely and securely. The first step to preserving the longevity, driveability, and safety of your car begins and ends with preventative maintenance:    What? Preventative maintenance is a series of services, such as oil service, that needs to be performed at specific mileage intervals. These mileage intervals much depend on the make and model of your vehicle. Typically, your owner’s manual will recommend services be performed at specific mileages.  Why? Most expensive and potentially dangerous auto repairs could have been prevented with preventative maintenance. Just like how you go to ... read more

It is easy to remember to wash your hands and clean your vehicle, but it can be a challenge to remember to sanitize your vehicle. The team at The Auto Experts is here to help. We have the ability to track in germs and other grime into our vehicle, but fortunately, it is easy to take the proper precautions and procedures to sanitize your car.  Let’s start with the basics -- washing and vacuuming your vehicle. Vacuum all the nooks and crannies of your vehicle, making sure to get rid of all those pesky crumbs and dirt. Don’t forget about your trunk. Make sure to clean it out and get rid of all those unused items. Once you have cleaned away all the dirt, it is time to wash your interior. You can use a soft brush, mild dish soap, and more suds than liquids to thoroughly clean your vehicle. There are products specialized for car cleaning, but soap and water will work just fine.  After you have finished the first step, it is time to start sanitizing! We recommend using ... read more

Most of us know we are familiar with the importance of keeping your tires properly inflated, but do you know your tires need to be correctly inflated at all times? Properly inflated tires are imperative to ensuring the longevity and safety of your vehicle, along with preventing costly repairs.  If you are driving on underinflated or overinflated tires, you might find yourself dealing with a blowout and loss of control while driving. Properly inflated tires also help your fuel economy -- driving on an underinflated tire costs about 0.2 percent inefficiency. If your tire pressure is low by 10 pounds, you are giving up 2 percent of your entire fuel economy. Proper tire pressure makes a difference!  How do you know what the proper tire pressure is? Each vehicle has a placard located on the driver-side door jamb behind the seat. This placard will list the proper tire inflation for each tire, along with letting you know if your vehicle has a spare tire. The vehicle’s manufa ... read more