Greenwood Village Auto Repair

Photo by Ben Brunner on Unsplash Is It Time For A Wheel Alignment? When customers come into Antero Automotive, I often find that they want to take great care of their vehicle but don’t know where to start. There are so many things to keep track of and so little time. Along with preventative maintenance and oil changes, wheel alignments should be on your radar.    If you feel your car pulling, have noticed uneven tread, or have felt any vibrating coming from your steering wheel while driving, it may be time for a wheel alignment. A wheel alignment can help the longevity of your tires and support a working vehicle. This is important for Colorado drivers, as we’re often more susceptible to potholes because of our weather.    Properly aligned wheels are essential for your car’s performance, safety, and longevity. But how do you know when you need ... read more

     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 Robert Laursoo on Unsplash ​​Why You Should Consider A Tire Rotation Some things just have to be done--pumping gas, refilling your wiper fluid, and, yes, rotating your tires. Tire rotation will help prolong the life of your tires and stop uneven wear that can cause poor handling, vibrations, noise, and even blowouts. Tires need to be rotated every 10,000 miles for optimum performance and longevity of your tires.   If you're unsure of whether or not it's time for a tire rotation, several signs will tell you if you should schedule an appointment to get your tires rotated:   Your treads are unevenly worn down on one side of the tire. You're experiencing shaking while driving at high speeds or turning corners. You're noticing scuffs or marks on the tires themselves.   You should always have a tire rotation on the forefront of your mind--becaus ... 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 isaa94 from Pixabay Top Summer Destinations Near Greenwood Village Here in Colorado, there’s so much to do! With all the hiking options in Boulder, the city life in Denver, and the not-too-far destinations of Estes and the four corners, you likely already have a packed list of summer activities. But did you know there’s a ton worth doing right here in Greenwood Village that won’t require a dog-sitter or a suitcase? You Don’t Have To Go Far From Greenwood Village for Quality Family Fun Planning vacations, day trips, and activities around your work schedule can be difficult. No matter what your cup of tea is or who is tagging along, there’s something to do this Summer here in or near Greenwood Village!    For hiking, camping, and outdoor activities: Cherry Creek State Park. For an action-packed day or even just an afternoon ... 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 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