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VW: A History Are you a fan of Volkswagen vehicles? Think you know everything about the German brand's history? Some of these facts from Austin's Automotive Specialists might surprise you! Volkswagen & The Third Reich Who does Volkswagen have to thank for its start and initial success in the automotive industry? Adolf Hitler. He commissioned Ferdinand Porsche (yes, the same one who went on to create Porsche cars) to engineer an economical automobile option for families in Germany. He wanted it to comfortably carry two adults and three children and travel at least 60 miles per hour — a version of a vehicle for the people! Porsche came up with the VW Beetle. That explains where the name comes from, too. Volkswagen translates to “the People's Car.” During the Nazi Regime, no one who purchased a VW Beetle received it. The World's Car Despite a lawsuit against Volkswagen, the Beetle gained popularity around the world. VW was sued for the design of the Beetle by Tatra ... read more

Brand-Specific Services If you own a Mercedes, you enjoy a level of both luxury and performance that not everyone experiences. These vehicles are engineered above and beyond, with both impressive automotive prowess and impeccable interior style and design. That's what makes your Mercedes so much fun to own and drive! To keep your Mercedes driving the way it should, it needs specific care. These services aren't like the ones you would perform on just any vehicle. They are tailored to the needs of these high-performance cars and SUVs. Austin's Automotive Specialists of Round Rock is here to explain the unique needs of your Mercedes-Benz. A & B Service Mercedes doesn't play around when it comes to maintenance. All of their newer vehicles are outfitted with onboard maintenance tracking systems, which alert the driver as soon as the maintenance is needed. All the driver has to do is find a trustworthy repair team to handle the service properly. Following the Mercedes-Benz A and B Servic ... read more

Fluid Additives If you've been to an automotive store, you've probably noticed that there are dozens of motor oils to choose from. Each one is engineered for specific purposes using additives to boost aspects of durability, performance, heat-resistance, evaporation, and more. Austin's Automotive Specialists in Cedar Park, Texas understands all of these factors and keeps them in mind when selecting the right motor oil for our customers. When you visit us for an oil change, ask us about the additives that are in your vehicle's fluid! Viscosity-Index Improvers As the oil heats up, it tends to thin out. That can be a problem for certain vehicles, which is why viscosity-index improvers are used. They reduce the oil's tendency to thin as temperature increases. Detergents Unlike household cleaning agents, detergents used in motor oils don't scrub engine surfaces, but they do prevent the formation of deposits, rust, and corrosion at high temperatures. They also remove solid deposits from the s ... read more

Types of Oil When your vehicle needs an oil change, you can't dump in just any kind of motor oil you select from the shelf at an auto parts store. Motor oils come in different classes, and vehicles have their own requirements for proper motor oil and performance. As experts in vehicle maintenance, Austin's Automotive Specialists in Hutto, Texas follows factory recommendations for oil changes and ensures our customers always get the right fluid for their specific vehicle. Here are the five major kinds of oil we work with! Conventional Oil Conventional oil is the most widely used oil for a variety of vehicles. It's used and sold in bulk at dealerships and automotive stores because it works for many vehicles. Most vehicles with low-mile, but broken-in engines will use this kind of oil. Premium Conventional Oil Premium conventional is considered the standard for new vehicles. They come in viscosities to cover most light-duty vehicles on the road in all of their driving purposes. But more h ... read more

Essential Services: Explained Are you curious about what is done during routine oil change service? Here's what happens when you bring your vehicle to Austin's Automotive Specialists in Lakeway, Texas for its service. Remove Old Oil Once your vehicle is carefully parked in our bay, our technicians raise the vehicle to easily access components underneath. They drain the old motor oil into a pan for safe disposal, being careful of parts and the oil itself that may be hot. It may take a few minutes for all of the oil to drain out. The drain plug and gasket are inspected and cleaned before being replaced. Change the Oil Filter Oil filters accumulate contamination and must be replaced with the proper fitting filter during oil change services. When loosening the oil filter, our technicians are careful to catch any trapped oil in the drain pan. The filter gasket is primed with a light coating of the new motor oil for smooth installation. Then, the new oil filter is tightened into place. Add N ... read more