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651-458-5158

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651-578-0885

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Driving Safe in the Winter

  No matter what time of the year it is, you will want to drive safe. You probably bring your vehicle in for regular maintenance inspections. This is recommended so that the parts and components can be inspected for any issues. If you ever notice an issue between...

Travel Safe on the Roads this Winter

  Driving in the winter weather elements can sometimes be tricky and present a challenge. You will want to make sure to adjust some driving habits so your drive is safe and reliable. Another recommendation is to bring your vehicle in for regular maintenance...

Check the Windshield for Better Visibility

  When you drive in the winter, you will want to make sure you can have the best visibility possible. This includes keeping the windshield clean and clear. The windshield will help to keep you and your passengers safe when traveling. Knowing what is ahead on the...

Check the Brake Rotors and Brake Pads

  In order to help keep your brakes working as well as possible, the brake rotors and brake pads need to be inspected as well. It is important to go to regularly scheduled maintenances for your vehicle so we can help determine if any part of your brake system is...

4 Sign of an Alternator Issue

  The alternator is a needed component to your vehicle’s operation. The alternator turns the mechanical energy of the engine’s rotating crankshaft into electricity through induction. The alternator also has wires that cut through a magnetic field that helps to...

Check the Hoses for the Vehicle

Owning a vehicle is a big investment. It then makes sense that you will want to keep the vehicle in the best condition possible so it lasts longer. Your vehicle requires multiple fluids to run efficiently. There are also several hoses in your vehicle, all of which...

Better Visibility with Good Headlights

  When you drive, you will want to make sure that you have the best visibility possible. Not only does this help you to see the road, but it also helps others to see you. The headlights can also make sure that you can see appropriately as you drive. Having good...

Checking the Tires for Signs of Wear

Make sure to check the tires for wear on a regular basis, and especially before any long trips you might make. This can help determine if you need new tires, or should have the current ones rotated or aligned.   The first thing to check is the air pressure. Under...

Check the Brake Fluid for your Vehicle

  When you own a vehicle, you will want to keep it in the best condition possible. Part of this includes going to regular maintenance inspections. By bringing the vehicle in, we can check the parts and components for you. This way we can ensure that the parts are...

Determine if your Vehicle Tires Have Dry Rot

  Keeping your vehicle in the most reliable condition possible is important. Check and inspect the tires on a regular basis. The tires are an important part of the vehicle. This is because the tires are the only part of the vehicle that has direct contact with...

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Cottage Grove

651-458-5158
8799 E Point Douglas Rd S
Monday-Thursday: 8AM-6PM
Friday: 8AM-5PM

Maplewood

651-578-0885
275 Century Ave N
Monday-Friday: 8AM-6PM

“Great service and friendly staff. They fixed my car at a very reasonable cost. It was ready when they said it would be. I highly recommend this shop. -Susan B.”

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“They have always treated us well. Glad to have them in the neighborhood. Honest and do their best to fix it right the first time. Thanks. -Rachel P.”