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Make sure the Tires are Correct

To help have a safe and enjoyable ride, make sure the tires are inspected on a regular basis. The tires are important for how your vehicle functions and how it drives. Thus, it is important to choose the right tires for your driving habits, for the driving conditions...

When to Know if a Wheel Alignment is Needed

Keeping the tires in proper condition is important for the overall efficiency of the vehicle. Part of this includes have the tires balanced, rotated, and aligned. A wheel alignment consists of adjusting the angles of the wheels so that they are parallel to each other....

Inspecting the Spare Tire is important 

When you inspect the tires on a regular basis, also make sure to check the spare tire. This is important because you will have to rely on the spare tire so you can reach a location to have the other tire repaired or replaced. Most people forget about the spare tire...

What you Need to Inspect on your Vehicle

Keeping up with regular maintenances is important. This can help to provide you with a safe and reliable vehicle when you travel. If you are unsure how often to bring your vehicle in for an inspection, make sure to contact us. We can inspect different parts and...

5 Reasons why the Vehicle may be vibrating

Purchasing a vehicle will be one of the largest investments you make. It is then important to keep this investment in the best condition possible. One of the best ways to keep the vehicle in great condition is make sure it is maintained on a regular basis. This can...

How to Properly care for the Tires

The tires are one of the most important parts on your vehicle. It is the only thing between you and the highway and allows for your vehicle to move. Putting air in your tire is a quick and simple process to help ensure the tires are always in the best condition...

Battery Maintenance tips for your vehicle

To help ensure your vehicle is reliable and safe, be sure to inspect the battery on it. This is important because without the battery, your vehicle cannot go anywhere. It will not even be able to start. If you notice anything out of the norm with the battery or...

Change the Air Filter for the vehicle

During the summer you spend a lot of time in your vehicle while traveling. This can be on road trips, or even vacations. Since you will be in the vehicle quite a bit, it is important to keep it operating at top performance. Going to regular maintenances is one of the...

Make sure the Mirrors are in the best condition possible

When driving, you will want to have the best visibility possible. By having this, it can help improve the safety when you drive. Part of making sure you have good visibility is to check the mirrors on the vehicle. This also includes the side mirrors and rear view...

Change the Oil and Oil Filter when recommended

One of the most important maintenance tasks you can do for your vehicle is to have the oil changed. This should be done based on the recommended schedule. By having the best quality oil in your vehicle, it can help to have it run more efficiently. The fresh clean oil...

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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.”

“Honest guys and good price. Good prices for professional services. A rare find. -Diana T”

“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.”