Lakewood and Arvada / Westminster Auto Repair

Driving with worn shocks and struts can be extremely dangerous. The problem is, most drivers don't know if it's worn out at all because it's not easy to know when it's showing signs of wear. The good news is, we'll tell you the signs so that you know when to replace them. Signs that shock and struts need to be replaced Highway speeds are off If your shocks and struts are being worn down, the highway speeds may not be accurate. Sometimes it may not even feel stable. So if you've been noticing unstable speeds on the highway, look into the shocks and struts! Turning feels unsafe When you turn in a car, it should just turn normally. However, if you feel like your car is lopsided or "tipping" almost, you may have shocks and struts that need to be looked at. Rear end Squats No, it's not the same as a person squatting, but the car can do it if the shocks and struts are wonky. Particula ... read more

We know how you feel…gas prices are through the roof!  So now, more than ever, it’s important to do everything you can to make sure that you’re getting the most mileage out of every gallon. Let’s start with some easy “fixes” that you can do by simply changing your driving habits.  Investopedia.com claims that these poor driving habits can affect your fuel economy up to 30%. First you need to know that speeding, braking and rapidly accelerating can waste gas.  And, along with easing up on those pedals, SLOW DOWN.  Mileage decreases at speeds above 50 mph. And, lighten up!  For every extra 100 pounds that you carry in your car, you lose up to 1% in fuel efficiency.  Don’t use your vehicle for long-term storage, leave the sports gear, topper, boxes of items for thrift store drop off, etc. at home until you need them. Smaller cars are more affected by this extra weight than bigger vehicles.  But, be sure that ... read more