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Now that summer is upon us, I’m sure some are gearing up for an old-fashioned road trip. To the beach, perhaps to the mountains, or maybe just to Grandma’s house across the way. Regardless of where you’re going, though, it’s necessary to be sure that your vehicle is up for the trip. The solution? Have […]

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Next to a home, your vehicle is one of the largest investments you can make. While it is always recommended that you take your vehicle to your local Salt Lake City BMW Repair for routine maintenance, there are a few things you can do on your own to prolong the life of your vehicle. One simple thing […]

Brakes may be the single most important part of your car. It is an absolutely essential part of your vehicle. Your brakes must be maintained at all times to ensure the safety of the people in your vehicle and the safety of everyone on the road. It is important to listen to the sounds that […]

Utah winters will bring in snowy and icy conditions on the road, so it is important to check the following items on your vehicle to make sure it is ready to get you safely through the next few cold months. Battery: Avoid getting stranded in the parking lot when it’s below freezing by recharging or replacing […]

These car tips, along with a relationship with the right repair shop will protect you from being ripped-off on auto repairs. 3 Main Ways of Being Ripped-Off: 1) They sell you something you don’t need. This is the worst rip-off. This occurs regularly in shady repair shops. How to Protect Yourself: Before you agree to […]

Before the early 1970s, vehicle owners had no way to make a distinction between the untrained mechanics and the knowledgeable ones. Reacting to this necessity, the independent, non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) was created in 1972. ASE’s purpose is to increase the quality of vehicle repair and service through the testing and […]

Did you ever think about how much experience and knowledge the technician has who is working on your car?   No business like the Automotive repair business is based on experience and continuous education. I am in the Automotive repair business for over 30 years now and I feel like a car myself sometimes. I […]

We found a streamlined way to repair the ugly high priced coolant leak on BMW N62 engines. This leak is caused by failing o rings in between the cylinder benches and usually requires disassembling of most of the engine. We have a technique to save you thousand yes you read right, thousands of dollars to […]