Boulder Auto Repair

We've all been there – you hop in your car, turn the key, and nothing happens. The frustration sets in as you ponder, "Why won't my car start?" A non-starting car can be a perplexing issue, but fear not, as we delve into some common reasons behind this problem and explore potential solutions. 1. Dead Battery One of the most frequent culprits for a non-starting car is a dead battery. Over time, batteries wear out, lose charge, or may be drained due to lights left on. Signs that you may have a worn out battery: Slow engine cranking Dim interior lights and/or headlights Illuminated check battery or check engine light   Solution: Jump-start your car using jumper cables and a functioning vehicle, and bring it to a trusted auto repair shop to diagnose. Although a worn out battery is one of the most common reasons a car won’t start, without properly diagnosing your charging system, you may be spending money needlessly replacing a perfectly goo ... read more

  Making the decision to invest in snow tires depends on a few things including where you live, the type of vehicle you drive, if you’ll be frequenting the mountains, and your experience with driving in snow and ice.    Many Boulder residents choose to use all-season tires year-round. Those who live in the foothills, or enjoy trips to the mountains often switch to snow tires during the winter months for added safety. Snow tires provide better traction in snow, on ice and in cold temperatures than all-season or summer tires.    Vehicle Type  While AWD and 4WD on a vehicle can help you in snow drifts, your drivetrain alone won’t do much to keep you from sliding on ice. Your best protection against ice is snow tires or even studded snow tires, if you’ll be doing a lot of mountain driving.   In FWD vehicles, the power from the engine goes to the front wheels. Snow tires on the front wheels provide extra grip which can improve sta ... read more

When school is out for the summer, road trips are a great way to have the family close together, and have fun. Before you head out on your road trip, there are some items that you must take care of. Making sure your car is ready for a road trip is a great way to protect your family and make your trip a huge success. Below you will find a list of items to take care of in your preparation for your road trip before you leave. 1. Schedule a checkup: have a mechanic check out your car just to make sure everything is working the way it should. 2. Stay charged: check to make sure your battery is fully charged, and not losing power. Also, clean your battery terminals to make sure the connection is good. 3. Read the rubber: inspect your tires for any tears in the side wall. The tires should have a go ... read more

 Changing the oil is one of the most basic forms of maintenance for a vehicle. Without this service, you cannot expect your vehicle to run well over a long period of time. Eventually, a lack of fresh oil will lead to expensive car repairs, so it is important to prioritize routine oil changes. It is best when you get a thorough inspection with your oil change, which can help when prepping your car for warmer months. Tire Inflation and Examination Air pressure in tires change as the temperature fluctuates. With temperatures rising in the summer, you can expect your air pressure to be off-kilter at some point throughout the season. Going in for an oil change can prevent you from having to worry about any potential issues. They will perform an inspection to make sure your tires are in good condition, and they will inflate the tires to the right pressure level. Working Wipers and Fluid It is not good to be on the road when you have agin ... read more

In the mood for a road trip? Why not head on down to Arizona to see some of the many beautiful sights there? If you are a nature enthusiast, or even if you just enjoy checking out gorgeous scenery, you are sure to find something to see in the impressive state of Arizona. Grand Canyon Perhaps the most famous landmark found in Arizona is the Grand Canyon. This incredible wonder of nature is not to be missed. While you have likely seen plenty of photographs of the Grand Canyon, nothing lives up to seeing the beauty of the canyon in person. Monument Valley Another majestic sight to be seen in the Copper State goes by the name of Monument Valley. With incredible sandstone buttes towering high above a red-sand desert, Monument Valley is often used for filming western movies, and when you visit you will certainly understand why. This gorgeous area is vast and untouched and easily transports visitors back to the time of cowboys. Petrifi ... read more