Conventional. Semi-Synthetic. Full Synthetic. Diesel. Long-life. Extended-life. These are just a few of the terms you might hear thrown around, especially when you’re looking for the best place to have your oil changed in Phoenix. But here’s the thing; we can help you...
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How to tell if your vehicle is out of alignment
A shake in your steering wheel. A pull, left or right on a straight road. Decreased miles per gallon. Decreased performance. General sluggishness and roughness in your ride. And don't forget about uneven tire wear. Sometimes it's hard to tell if you have an alignment...
What Your Mechanics Wish You Would Do Before Bringing Your Car In
After more than 40 years of offering auto repair and maintenance to Phoenicians, it's safe to say our ASE-certified mechanics and technicians have seen -- and fixed -- a lot. The Auto Shop is founded on being a helpful resource to our customers combined with offering...
How Much to Pay for an Oil Change in Phoenix
Let’s get one thing straight: it’s rare for a mechanic to only do oil changes. Even quick-lube oil service stations often double up on providing preventive maintenance and even automotive accessory services. So what’s the Phoenician who’s looking for the best price,...
How To Get Your Car Ready for a Private Sale in Phoenix
Let’s say the time has finally come to part ways with your current vehicle. Whether it’s in the form of an upgrade to a new or slightly used car, or your current ride has finally bit the dust, you have plenty of options. First off, one thing we want to make clear is...
The Coolest Automotive Communities in Phoenix
We want to show some love to some of our favorite auto clubs, cliques and communities in our hometown. From lowriders to vintage pickups and Porsches, there’s a lot going on in Phoenix when it comes to some of the coolest rides you’ll see in the world. After all,...
Auto Repair Band-Aid Products – What to Know
Let’s say your car needs a couple things fixed on it. It’s fine! So many people put off auto repair that it’s pretty abnormal for an older car or truck to be completely caught up on its maintenance. As vehicles age, things break. That’s life, and not everyone has the...
Auto Safety Upgrades for Phoenicians
We all know commuting around the Valley of the Sun can be treacherous. There's more and more freeway sections being plotted and added. Combine that with not only seasonal growth from snowbirds but also a steady increase in those who call Maricopa County home, it can...
How to find the cheapest gas in Phoenix, AZ
You might be looking for a few ways to cut down on costs and save money. One surefire, easy way to do it is at the gas pump. More often than not, necessary auto repair and vehicle maintenance spending is usually cast to the wayside to free up the budget for other...
How to get your car ready for Uber/Lyft
So you're trying to make a little extra money. Maybe you're between jobs, saving for a trip or trying to get the kids through college. Maybe you just like driving! Whatever the case, there are a couple things you need to know before you get your vehicle inspected by...
How to keep from being ripped off when buying a vehicle on Craigslist
So the time has come for you to get a new vehicle. Maybe you lurk craigslist multiple times a day for that lifted 4x4, that tuned Japanese import or maybe you just need something that drives, for as cheap as possible. Craigslist has it all. Now let’s say you’ve found...
Do you need summer AND winter tires in Phoenix?
Short answer: probably not. But indulge us for a moment. At The Auto Shop, we work through every theoretical problem your vehicle might have when you bring it in. It’s a part of what make our mechanics some of the best in Phoenix, combined with our state-of-the art...