Glen Allen and Richmond Auto Repair

Auto Repairs 2.O Auto repairs refer to the maintenance and fixing of vehicles to ensure they are in good working condition and safe to drive. This process involves diagnosing issues, replacing faulty parts, and performing routine maintenance. Below, is an overview of auto repairs, common repair services, and some tips to keep your vehicle in optimal condition. Common Auto Repairs and Services: a. Oil Change: Regularly changing the engine oil is essential to keep the engine lubricated and prevent damage. b. Brake Repair: Brake pads, rotors, and calipers may need replacement to ensure efficient braking. c. Tire Maintenance: Regular tire rotation, balancing, and alignment help extend the life of your tires and improve handling. d. Battery Replacement: Car batteries have a limited lifespan and need replacement when they become weak or fail. e. Engine Diagnostics: Identifying and fixing issues with the engine's performance, such as rough idling or decreased power. f. Transmission Ser ... read more

Why Do My Tires Look Like They Need Air, Often?   Your car’s tire pressure is very important and can be hazardous if not properly maintained. Did you know that your tires can actually lose air pressure over time and in different temperature conditions? Yes, the air molecules can actually leak through the rubber membranes, very, very slowly. Especially if your car sits without driving it over long periods of time or you have drastic changes in ambient temperature. Or you could have a slow leak from a small puncture, broken valve stem or your tire is not sealed on the rim very well. Also check to see if your tires are showing excessive or uneven wear. Make sure you inspect your tires and tire pressure at least on a monthly basis. If they seem low or your car feels like it’s riding hard or soft the air pressure can be under or over inflated ... read more

Why Is My Car Overheating? Is that little red arrow in your “Temp” gauge moving up into the red area? Or are you seeing steam coming out from under the hood of your car?  If so, STOP and turn off your engine. Your car could be overheating. This could severely damage your engine! It’s always a good practice to check your engine fluids. The fluids tend to thin out or even evaporate in higher temperatures. Transmission fluid, power steering fluid, coolant and windshield wiper fluids should all be checked. Especially your coolant fluid. This keeps your car from running hot and overheating. But be very careful, the coolant fluid can explode out of the coolant reservoir and cause extreme burns if the car hasn’t ... read more

Why Are My Brakes Squeaking? What is that awful squeaking, grinding noise from the front of my car? Well, it could be something wrong with your braking system  From brake pads, rotors, brake lines to brake fluid, your brakes are essential for driving safely. Most cars have a brake pad wear alarm and or light on the instrument cluster to alert you of any problems. The majority of the time it’s usually normal brake pad wear and the pads just need to be changed. But sometimes brakes will fail due to caliper, rotor malfunction or even a broken brake line or brake booster failure. Anytime you suspect any of these signs you mus ... read more

Finding it hard to afford your car repairs? Your choices for auto repairs will help you to get back on the road. Make your repairs affordable with special financing. We are happy to work with you to assist in obtaining financing for your auto repairs. Virginia Automotive Service’s Car Care One is a financing choice that can help to make your auto repair payments over time rather than all at one time. Call us about all the details and we'll be glad to help you with choosing the best auto repair financing in Richmond VA. Call Us For All Your Automotive Repairs Richmond (804) 977-0105 Glen Allen (804) 554-3806