Greenwood Village Auto Repair

     Photo by Kenny Eliason on Unsplash How To Tell If Your Car Needs An Oil Change You have a lot on your mind as you greet 2023, so it’s no wonder you may have forgotten your vehicle. It's easy to take your car for granted–on a typical day, it does its job without fail, reliably transporting you from point A to point B. But when you drive a car for years without giving it the attention it deserves, things can start to wear down and break down. It’s essential to keep on schedule with your preventative maintenance, especially oil changes.   You may need an oil change if you notice weird sounds or smells from the hood, a quick dipstick test shows you’re running low, or if you see leaks under your vehicle.    Regular oil changes are essential to keeping your vehicle running smoothly. This is an easy way to kick off your prev ... read more

    Photo by Rodion Kutsaiev on Unsplash Christmas Gifts Every Car Owner Will Love If you could buy a car for every person on your “nice” list…I’m sure you would! Though a new car might not be under the tree this holiday season, there are still dozens of gifts you can get for the car owners in your life.  Dash Cam Dash cams are a relatively new car accessory. They're small cameras that record their surroundings and are mounted on your vehicle's windshield or dashboard. Dash cams can be useful if you ever get into an accident, but they also have some other cool uses:   Recording your drive. Having footage of everything that happened is important evidence if you have an accident or encounter some type of misconduct. Recording driving techniques in case you need them later (e.g., backing up into someone's mailbox becau ... read more

Photo by Marek Studzinski on Unsplash   Best Ways To Improve Gas Mileage   If you own a car, you have to take care of it. This is a given. Not only will taking care of your vehicle make you safer on the road, but it also makes your car more efficient and less wasteful. That means paying attention to things like tire pressure and fuel efficiency.    As the fuel prices go up, so do seductive advertisements recommending that if you spend a lot of money on their products, you’ll save at the pump. Don't fall victim to false claims!!   At Antero Automotive in Greenwood Village, we want to warn you of the dangers of chasing fuel mileage. Your engine will only run as well as it was designed to run. Your ... read more

Image by MasterTux from Pixabay   Do you have a safety kit at home in case of emergencies? Did you know you can also have one in your car? While different in some aspects, the idea stays the same: being prepared for an accident or emergency. When on the road, you may just be focused on getting from point A to point B. However, you never know when you might run into an emergency and may need tools to get the proper help you need. In that case, it is always a great idea to have an emergency kit in your car for accidents and emergencies on the road.   In this month's blog, we wanted to address safety on the road, and more specifically, how to prepare an emergency kit that you can have ... read more

Image by Ulrike Mai from Pixabay  What’s so important about balancing and rotating tires? The idea behind rotating and balancing your tires comes from preventing uneven tire wear, leading you to buy new tires more frequently. Rotating and balancing on the road helps stabilize your car by avoiding wobbling and vibrations from uneven and imbalanced tires.    These jobs are important to prevent big purchases that can hurt your wallet. In this blog, we will take a closer look at each job and when you should have it done by trained and certified technicians. The benefits of balance and rotation Both tire rotation and balancing help your tires have a longer life and improve you ... read more

Image by Sasin Tipchai from Pixabay  Spring is upon us, which means we can look forward to better weather, warmer and brighter days, and the blossoming of flowers. Unfortunately, we can also look forward to spring cleaning. As it is common to focus on your home for spring cleaning, we wanted to remind you also to include your car! You spend plenty of hours in your car every week, either commuting to work or simply getting around. In this month's blog, we want to give you some tips and tricks for spring cleaning done right.   While there is the option for a professional cleaning service that will save you time, we wanted to offer tips and tricks geared towards doing the work yourself. Y ... read more

Photo by Bruce Hong on Unsplash   It’s the perfect time of the year to show your car how much it means to you by showing it some TLC. Tender Love and Care goes a long way for your vehicle because your vehicle will last you longer, give you fewer issues, and you will feel more comfortable and safe behind the wheel. No matter your budget, there are ways to show appreciation for your loved vehicle.    In this month’s blog, we would like to list some of those ways to show your car some TLC. With Valentine’s Day approaching us, it is the perfect time to spend some attention on your significant others; your vehicle included. Please continue reading to see our top picks on how to show some TLC towards your car! &nbs ... read more

Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplash   Holidays? Or holidaze! With the rush of the festive season here, there is much joy to go around. Still, when it comes to the preparation and scheduling of holiday travel, stress is inevitable. With congested roads, overcrowded airports, increased fares on hotels, rental homes, and car rentals, it is crucial to plan and be prepared for traveling during the holiday season.   Although planning may make you feel overwhelmed, you should know that these recommendations could help ease any extra holiday craze. Safety and preparation should always be the priority for the holiday season travels. These are a few recommendations we have for properly preparing.     R ... read more

Photo by @shawnanggg on Unsplash   While it doesn't seem like the greatest idea to turn on your A/C in freezing temperatures, it can benefit your A/C system's life and function. One of the leading issues is the build-up of mold and bacteria due to condensation. Another issue is the breakdown of your A/C system caused by an extended period of time without use. To avoid these issues and further damage that can lead to costly repairs, we recommend running your A/C on full-cold for about 10-15 minutes every couple of weeks. Running your A/C this way will ensure the liquids flow properly and that the moving parts are thoroughly lubricated.    Using your A/C system simultaneously as your heating system will provide c ... read more

Image by sippakorn yamkasikorn from Pixabay   August brought us the dry weather and heat, and now September leaves us once again vulnerable to wildfire. It’s wildfire season on the West Coast again. With droughts playing a significant role this season, we want to discuss fire safety and evacuation planning.    Your friends at Antero Automotive care for your safety and would like to remind you about the finer points of creating a plan for evacuation in case of a fire. It is essential to plan ahead. Since several aspects go into an effective evacuation plan, it can be easy to miss a thing or two. We have made a list with some of our top tips to help you plan ahead of the fire ... read more