Austin's Best Choice for Auto Repair

A vehicle can be a complex machine that can cause trouble if you neglect it. Regular maintenance is perhaps the single most important task you can do as a car owner. Not only will your car stay safe on the road, but you can save money on potential repairs in the future. Preventative maintenance can be a complex issue, so let's narrow it down to some of the essential basics. Check Your Owner's Manual When you purchased your vehicle it came with an owner's manual. If you've lost it, you can purchase a new one online. It's important to read this manual from cover to cover. Inside, it'll offer advice as to how often to do an oil change, when to change the filters, drive and timing belts, etc. Your owner's manual will even tell you what the right type of gas to put in your vehicle is, so it can remain in optimum running order. Do Your Own Inspection First You should be regularly examining your vehicle inside and out on a regular basis, because you can visually spot anything that's wrong or ... read more

Every person who owns a car or truck knows that sooner or later that they're going to have to book a vehicle tuneup appointment. Even though people know this is a necessary part of good vehicle maintenance, many think that they can skip an appointment or two, as they feel their vehicle is in optimum running order. Here are a few reasons why you want to stick to a regular tuneup schedule in order to avoid auto repairs, brake repairs, and more. Safety of Your Family in Texas Each year in Texas thousands of drivers have brake failures. Fortunately, most people are able to safely pull to the side of the road and call for help. But there have been instances where people have lost their lives due to brake failure, or from hitting another vehicle because their brakes were sluggish and didn't function properly. Perhaps the safety of your family will be the number one reason why you book your auto checkup appointment today. Your Car or Truck Will Have a Longer Life If you drive your car into th ... read more

It can be tempting to skip one or two oil changes. You may be thinking that you'll save some cash, right? Generally, it's recommended that you change your oil around 5,000 miles. It seems like a good idea to wait it out for another 5,000 or 10,000 miles, but you could actually be causing damage to your vehicle at this point. Here are a few pointers on the importance of oil changes for your vehicle: Oil is Essential to a Well-Running Vehicle Oil not only lubricates your engine but it also cleans and cools it. It even prevents corrosion. It's no surprise that your engine would be the most expensive component to replace in your vehicle, so it needs to be well-maintained. An oil change is a cheap expense when you think about it. It can literally increase the life span of your vehicle. But it must be there to perform its function, and it must be relatively free of contaminants. Why the Oil Needs Changing As the oil does its job inside your vehicle's engine, it will pick up dirt, debris, and ... read more

Even if you think your malfunctioning a/c unit is still going to be good enough over the next few months, it could actually fail you during one of the hottest days in Austin, TX. If that happens, you could be in for a long hot wait while you try to find an available a/c technician in your spare time. If your a/c suffering any of these problems they could be an indicator of a much bigger problem that needs a/c repairs at Austin's Automotive Specialists: Faulty Condenser (Mini Radiator) When a condenser starts to wear out it can cause leaks or provide poor air conditioning. It may have corroded or clogged fins or tubes, or they could be damaged from usage. Your condenser may not completely fail, so you could still be getting some cold air, just not the amount like when your a/c was brand new. Failing Receiver (Dryer) If you're not getting a lot of cool air blowing inside your vehicle, the receiver may also be wearing out. There could also be moisture inside your vehicle. Look around the ... read more

If your vehicle's air conditioning is starting to fail, you may be tempted to have the entire thing removed, replaced, or just learn to live without a/c. However, there are certain considerations to think about before you do it. If it isn't that old, it may just need a simple fix. Replacing a/c system components for your car or truck can be expensive and so can labor costs. Thankfully the experts at Austin's Automotive Specialists in Lakeway, TX can help diagnose and repairs your vehicle's a/c. How Old is Your A/C? If your vehicle's a/c is only a few years old then simple a/c diagnostics and repairs may fix the problem. But if your a/c dates back to the 90s, it maye require more extensive repairs and it may also contain a harmful CFC freon that is bad for the environment and has since been banned by the government. Perhaps it would be best to call Austin's Automotive Specialists to provide quotes for conversion to a safer R-134A refrigerant. Does it Need a Recharge? Your vehicle's a/c ... read more