Greenwood Village Auto Repair

Image by StockSnap from Pixabay  A secret behind every great driver is always having the right tools within your reach. These tools help when you need assistance on the road to get from point A to point B with as little hassle as possible. As always, we aim our blogs to help you as a driver on the road, and in this blog, we will be highlighting 10 things you should always carry with you.  Choosing just 10 items to go on this list was difficult as many things can be helpful when on the road. However, with our years of experience, we found these 10 items to be the most common tools and equipment used by our staff and clients. We hope you have some of these in your car already, but if not, we ... read more

Photo by Satya Tiwari on Pixabay   It’s a shame, but this might be one of the least enthusiastic Valentine’s Days on record, with the pandemic and so much in turmoil right now. The most common advice for how to proceed is to stay at home. But there isn’t much advice about what to do to keep spirits up when we’ve spent so long cooped up together that we have started to lose sight of each other.   It’s easy to become complacent in a situation like a pandemic. Some rules structure what you can and can’t do, restrictions on things you might ordinarily do, and cautions and flags all through something as simple as a shopping trip.   But please remember that it is vitally important to keep some semblance of an occasion such as St. Valentine’s Day going. It’s a gauge by which couples measure the interest their ... read more

Life can be hectic. As we approach the holidays, it’s even harder to get the simplest things done. It would be so much better, for instance, if refuse service workers moved gently and quietly into your neighborhood, collecting your garbage not from the curb but where you store your bins, and sanitized the bins before they left.    That’s a level of service we are told is impossible, but it's only impossible because government regulation of sanitation services prevents a higher level of service for those willing to pay a premium. Which is too bad, because I imagine there’s a market out there for people who would prefer to pay a bit more to not have to handle waste in their busy daily lives and bring it to the curb on time.   Sometimes, it’s not convenient to bring your vehicle in. You would have to budget time to wait if there’s a line, and the time necessary to place your order with a shop. And then to arrange a rental car or a loaner ca ... read more

Getting ready for fall and winter in Colorado is no joke especially if you enjoy winter sports and recreation. With fall almost upon us, and winter close behind, getting your car ready with some cold weather preparation is imperative! Getting ahead and prepping your vehicle will make a world of difference once winter fully hits, so check out the tips below and get your car ready for fall and winter in beautiful Colorado!   First things first, you’ll want to give your car a good wash, inside and out. Get in there and scrape all the little bugs and bits of debris off your windshield and everywhere else off your car to prep it for waxing. And while you’re at it, a thorough cleaning out and detailing of your interior is probably a good idea at this step.    Next, it’s time to wax your car. Before the snow hits and the roads are still free of salt and sand, now is the time to prep and protect your car’s paint from all the things it’ll come up aga ... read more

Has your local Mercedes or Volkswagen dealership closed down due to COVID? Are your regular auto repair choices getting limited? If the answer is yes, have no fear. The Antero Automotive team is here, and we are fully-staffed and ready to assist you with all of your automotive service and repair needs. But we understand what you may be going through. Finding a qualified auto mechanic isn’t always easy, especially when there are so many auto repair shops out there. Luckily, there’s a way for you to distinguish between a generally competent auto mechanic and one who isn’t by asking about their certifications. ASE-certified is the gold standard, standing for Automotive Service Excellence. An ASE certification tells the world that their auto mechanic has the individual technical skills that will get the job done. And an ASE Master-Certification is a step above that! Keep reading to find out why having an ASE Master-Certified mechanic is so rewarding. While an ASE-certif ... read more

While there are many different types of cars on the road today, and even more being made in the meantime, the team at Antero Automotive has a genuine love affair with trucks. You may not be a truck lover yet, so read on to discover why you should be! First and foremost, trucks are known for power. While many people prefer the zip that comes with a smaller car, trucks can’t be beaten when it comes to powerful engines. While your fuel economy might suffer for this (especially with diesel!), the feeling of hitting that gas pedal and feeling your engine roar to life is second to none. Next on the list of why we love trucks so much is because of their hauling capacity. This is a huge reason why so many people fall in love with and utilize trucks; they can carry a load! A truck bed is imperative for many types of labor and jobs, making trucks ideal for working men or women. With the capability to get the job done, no car can compare to a pickup truck’s carrying capacity. Similar ... read more

There are many reasons to own a hybrid, but not everyone is easy to convince! With so many different hybrid options now available on the market, there’s a hybrid out there for every price point and style. Read on for why you should own a hybrid, and some of the essential hybrid services Antero Automotive can help you take care of! Hybrids are economical vehicles, and this is due to one significant difference between a hybrid and a conventional car. The simple explanation for what the difference between a hybrid and a standard gasoline engine is in the way that its engine gets power. A hybrid uses more than one type of propulsion by combining both a gasoline engine with an electric motor. This allows hybrids to consume less fuel while simultaneously emitting less CO2 than a regular gasoline or diesel engine. The actual driving of a hybrid is very similar to conventional cars, so performance is rarely an issue. You also have your pick of power modes, so depending on your destinatio ... read more

Following the old adage, if the weather is bad, stay home if you are able.  Before heading out, check the weather. If it looks bad out there, delay your trip if possible. If you still have to go out, call family or friends to let them know where you are going, what time you plan to arrive, and what route you are taking. Take an extra walk around your car, be sure your wipers are in good working order, that your fluids are full and your tires are inflated to recommended specifications. Plan to refill when your tank reaches ½ full. When accelerating or decelerating, do it slowly. While applying the gas, slow is best to regain traction and avoid skids, take your time to slow down for a stoplight, it takes longer to slow down on slippery or icy roads. Try to increase your stopping distance by 5 or 6 seconds; it may just give you the necessary margin of safety when you need to stop unexpectedly. It's always best to take your time to slow down for a red light and don't ... read more

When it comes to some of the bigger decisions we make, buying a car is one of them, and the nature of a big decision, to make a big purchase, can cause us to freeze and feel overwhelmed. But making a big decision doesn’t have to be overwhelming, we have a few tips to help keep it that way.  Doing the Research: The first step to make car buying easier is to do research and start planning before you need a new car. Waiting until your old car doesn’t move anymore is only going to make your experience more stressful and much more dire if you have no other means of transportation. Now, knowledge is power, so finding out what your price range is, the needs you have for your vehicle, and what you like ahead of time is going to smooth the process out. Things that are going to provide you with the most bargaining power will be knowing the invoice prices, the price the dealer paid the manufacturer and not just the MSRP, for new cars; knowing your current car’s trade ... read more

With the new school year right around the corner, a lot of parents are sending off their young adults to their first year of college. With that comes the worry of how they will get around, what cars are the best on gas, and which are the safest for new drivers. Some of our favorites are the Kia Soul, Toyota Corolla, and Mazda3.  The Kia Soul with high safety and predicted reliability ratings this makes this a wonderful car for college freshmen. Another great feature of this vehicle is its compact size, being small enough for first-time drivers to feel comfortable, but it also has an adequate amount of cargo space. Now with an electric option as well, you can save on gas and help out the environment with their Soul EV option.  The Toyota Corolla being well known for its long list of safety features, helps you to feel confident with this choice. From forwarding auto-braking with pedestrian detection to lane departure warning with steering assist to keep within the lane marker ... read more