Sacramento Auto Repair

By Natalya   Preparing For Halloween Road Trips October is here, which means Halloween is just around the corner! If you plan on hitting the road for a Halloween road trip, there are a few things you'll need to do to make sure your vehicle is up for the journey.   Here are 5 ways to prepare your vehicle for Halloween road trips!   Inspect your tires and brakes Step 1 on any road trip checklist includes safety protocols, and tires and brakes are always at the top of that list!! Before you embark, it's important to ensure your tires are in good condition and that your brakes are working properly.   This is especially important if driving in inclement weather or on winding, mountainous roads. Even if everything looks good, getting a professional opinion from your trusted mechanic can't hurt.   Check your fluids Before setting out on any long drive, checking your engine oil, coolant levels, and windshield washer fluid is always a good idea ... read more

Photo by Justin Hamilton Why Should I Worry About My Windshield? Besides being a major safety feature of your vehicles, your windshield keeps you comfortable and helps your vehicle operate optimally. Here are three things you don't want to forget when considering why you should worry about your windshield!   1. A cracked windshield can obstruct your view while driving 2. A broken windshield can let in the cold and rain, making your drive uncomfortable 3. A cracked or broken windshield can be a safety hazard in the event of an accident How Can I Care For My Windshield? Whenever you're driving, your windshield is always under attack from debris and harsh weather conditions. Even if you take the best preventative measures, windshield damage sometimes happens. Here are three ways to help keep your windshield in good shape.   1. Use a windshield protector to keep your glass in good condition 2. Clean your windshield regularly to remove dirt and debris 3. Repair ... read more

Photo by James Day on Unsplash   Back To School Must-Haves For The New Driver Going back to school is a time-honored tradition for young people the world over. It's a rite of passage, a time to learn, grow, and become an adult. But for new drivers, it can also be a time of great stress.   There's so much to learn and so many new things to worry about! That's why we've put together this list of must-haves for the back-to-school season. With these tools in your toolkit, you'll be ready to take on the world - or at least the DMV - with confidence. So without further ado, let's get started!   What should I have to start driving? The most important things you want to consider are your driver's li ... read more

Photo by Bailey Zindel on Unsplash   3 Summertime Day Trips From Sacramento, Ca If you feel anything like we do, you are ready to strap on the shorts, sunglasses, and tank top and hit the road for a day trip! Summertime in California means mountains, beaches, and hiking trails galore. Outdoors trips not your thing? Well, luckily for you, California features some of the world's best food, wine, beer, and hotels too!   Sacramento is strategically located in an excellent location for day trips, being a part of the California Central Valley. As the name implies, we are geographically centered, so you are only a couple of hours away from mountains, beaches, world-class cities, and nightlife. Here are three awesome day trips ... read more

Photo by troy williams on Unsplash California Central Valley Heat If there is anything we can guarantee, the California Central Valley is going to get hot, really hot! If you have never visited this region, California isn't all beaches and rolling waves; the vast agricultural lands in the Central Valley experience 100+ degree days regularly!   All this heat makes it even more important that you look to your vehicle's A/C system sooner than later. Beyond that, there are a couple of other things you can do to try and stay cool this summer! How do I service my vehicle's A/C system, and how do I know when to do it? Your vehicle's A/C system has a lot of moving parts. You have the compressor, co ... read more

Photo by Mike Von on Unsplash What does it mean to "Upfit" my vehicle? You might have heard the term "upfit" before, or maybe you heard it as "build-out," "upgrade," or "enhance"? No matter what term someone used, they all refer to the same thing/process. Essentially, "upfitting" your vehicle means upgrading your vehicle in some way. Usually with the intention of making your vehicle more aesthetically pleasing, powerful, faster, or comfortable.   Some of the common ways we see people "upfitting" their vehicles are:   New tire rims Exhaust modifications New seats/seat covers Upgraded shocks Vehicle lift kits Custom bumper systems Offroading lig ... read more

Photo by Aubrey Odom-Mabey on Unsplash How To Weather A Breakdown If there is one thing for certain when it comes to driving, you are going to experience a breakdown at some point. This isn't something you should be afraid of, machines are machines, and they degrade over time. You can mitigate the risk of a breakdown by doing certain things and maintaining your vehicle regularly. This month, let's take a look at what to do if your vehicle breaks down, how to see it coming, and how to mitigate it in the future! How Do I Know If My Car Is Breaking Down? This one is tricky because, without experience or knowledge of the auto repair industry, it can be really difficult to see a problem coming. That being said, there are a few ... read more

Photo by Benjamin Klaver on Unsplash   The Best Way To Make Your Car Feel Good! Nothing feels better than a good makeover. You know that feeling when you get a brand new pair of shoes, paired with a nice outfit and a fresh haircut? You just feel better, and you go about your day with your head held high. The same goes for your vehicle; everyone deserves a makeover at some point!   What's a Vehicle "Makeover"? The "Gen-Z'ers" call it a "Glow-Up," but we use the antiquated (haha) term of "Makeover." No matter what name you give it, they are the same thing. You take a little time out of your day to make improvements and upgrades to your vehicle (or yourself, haha), knowing it will imp ... read more

Photo by Rinald Rolle on Unsplash Fantastic February is here, and love is in the air! Young people rush around making plans, buying gifts, and setting things up for the perfect night. With all this affection going around, we wouldn’t want to skip the one that gets us all these places; our vehicles!    We can think of many ways to show your vehicle some love. You could give it an engine overhaul, but that is pretty forward, haha! You might have the interior and exterior detailed, but we don’t want to make her think she isn’t beautiful the way she is. So, we figured we would go the safe route and buy er’ some drinks, er, fluids! Let’s go over some fluid exchange options and why they might be a great g ... read more

Photo by Nick Fewings on Unsplash   Welcome to another year, Sacramento! We hope your season has been filled with delicious food and time spent with those you love. With that in mind, we want to take some time and highlight ways to keep us safer on the roads; to help us meet our goals and resolutions.    Without a trustworthy vehicle that we can rely on to get us where we need to go, everything becomes a whole lot more difficult. We spend our time setting New Years' resolutions like "lose 15 pounds," "quit smoking," & "go out with friends more," but what about our vehicles? Our vehicles are the glue that holds it all together and makes it all possible. So, here are a couple of ways to ma ... read more