Boulder Auto Repair

When you are going on a road trip, there are several things you can do to prepare. While most of us consider the snacks we are going to bring or the directions to our destination, it is also important to think about car care. Some of the things you should do before a road trip is to get an oil change and balance and rotate your tires. Naturally, these are items that will help make your car last longer. But, did you know that it will also help you enjoy your road trip more? Here are three ways that this is the case. Savings Completing these tasks on your car can actually wind up saving you money. They will help make your car function more efficiently, which could help you cut down on the amount of gas you use on your trip. Also, if you have your entire car serviced and checked before your road trip, the savings could be even more significant. Comfort These are also things that can help make you more comfortable on your trip. Having tires that are properly aligned a ... read more

Knowing the fundamentals of what your car needs is important. One such important aspect of your car is its fuel injector. A fuel injector is a system for introducing fuel into internal combustion engines, and into automotive engines, in particular. As described by Underhood Service, “Fuel injectors play a big role in today’s vehicles, which emphasize precision and timing in order to improve fuel economy and reduce emissions. If those fuel injectors are clogged or out of whack, then all of that precision goes out the window.” One of the 10 main reasons why a fuel injector might break down is heat soak. When it comes to caring for your vehicle, repairing a fuel injector with heat soak can be no easy task. It must be handled deli ... read more

Winter is known to wreak havoc on cars. Road salt can rust cars, and the subzero conditions can drain car batteries. We know to wash our cars when possible to remove debris and to check the health of our batteries (or at least carry jumper cables). What many people do not realize is that as important as it is to prep cars for the winter months it is important to do the same for the warmer months. Summer’s heat and stop-and-go traffic will take its’ toll on vehicles. You can help keep your vehicle in good shape with periodic maintenance. The following are some tips that will help keep your vehicle in tip-top shape during those warm summer months.Air Conditioning Air conditioning is rarely used during the winter, so it is important to check how the A/C system functions as the temperatures begin to warm up. Run the A/C for a period of time to see if it still blows cold air. Air conditioners that are not functioning properly may need to be ... read more

We all know what driving a new car feels like. The smell of the leather is intoxicating. There isn’t a scratch in the paint, a ding on the door. The rolling along on open pavement with a sense of exhilaration and freedom is so powerful that being stuck in rush hour traffic seems like a stroll on the beach. But as your car ages, all of those feelings start to wear off – the leather has stains, the paint fades and road seems more bumpy. Your car handles differently as well. It just doesn’t drive quite so straight. The good news is that besides getting a thorough detailing to bring it back to its former glory, restoring harmony with the road is as easy as replacing your tires. They are the unsung hero of your car and need regular attention. So how do you know when it is time to replace them? The general rule of thumb was at 40,000 miles, you should invest in a good set of new rubber. However, with deteriorating road conditions and how you actually drive your car (c ... read more

There are all sorts of fun and interesting spots less than a day’s drive from Boulder, CO. Popular New Mexico towns like Taos, Santa Fe and Albuquerque make great car travel road trip destinations. As part of your pre-trip planning, make sure your vehicle is ready to go by stopping in at John’s Auto Care and asking for a trip check. Taos Taos is about 300 miles from Boulder and it takes roughly five to six hours to drive there. While in Taos, you can visit the Rio Grand Gorge Bridge, the seventh highest bridge in the U.S., and enjoy the magnificent views of the canyon and river. See the ancient Taos Pueblo, home to a Puebloan tribe and one of the oldest Native American communities in the United States that is still inhabited. Walk through the St. Francis of Assisi Mission Church, built in 1772, and admire the beauty that has inspired so many paintings and photographs. Santa Fe Santa Fe lies roughly 400 miles fr ... read more