Automotive Industry News & Information - The Auto Repair Place

mechanic messing with a tire on a lifted car

The operation of your transmission depends on your hydraulics. Even if that sounds like a foreign language to you, at The Auto Repair Place in Boulder, CO, we speak the automotive language. We want you to understand what we're talking about, so here are the basics of the hydraulic functions behind your transmission.

If you drive a vehicle with more than a few miles on it, there’s a good chance you’ve noticed an occasional drip underneath it that leaves spots wherever you park. Identifying what is leaking from your car will help you determine whether or not it’s a cause for concern, and what to do about it.

There are seven liquids a car can possibly drip: oil, gas, brake fluid, transmission fluid, gear oil, water, and coolant. How do you tell the difference? This article aims to help your know-how.

If you've been driving for any amount of time, you’re probably aware that your car, truck, or SUV needs a wheel alignment on occasion. However, did you know that depending on what you drive, your rear wheels may also require attention? Here’s what you need to know about rear wheel alignments, from The Auto Repair Place in Boulder, CO.

Sometimes, it’s obvious when you need new brakes and sometimes it isn’t. Knowing what to look for and what causes issues will help keep you safe and remind you of when you should get your brakes checked out. Here are some symptoms of bad brakes, and what causes the issue from The Auto Repair Place in Boulder, CO.

mechanic balancing a tire in the auto shop

Two things matter when mounting new tires on your truck or commercial vehicle. First, you want it done right. Second, you want it done fast. For both, The Auto Repair Place in Boulder, CO has you covered.

mechanic running diagnostics on a vehicle

Electrical issues in a vehicle have always been difficult to track down; with the complexity of modern vehicles ever-increasing, sometimes it can seem nearly impossible. Fortunately, at The Auto Repair Place in Boulder, our team of expert technicians is well trained and perfectly equipped to track down and repair even the most evasive issues in your Ford, Dodge, or Chevy diesel pickup.

Very impressed with this place, and relieved to finally find an honest, professional mechanic in Boulder. They provided details to back up their recommendations and upfront pricing, and have great customer service. Prices are fair, and not that it’s really that important to servicing my vehicle, but that’s got to be the cleanest garage I’ve ever seen. Pleasure to work with. I’ll be back for any and all of my car repair and maintenance needs. - Bethany S. (5 star review on Google)

With temperatures dropping around the country, it’s understandably tempting to let your car or SUV idle to stay warm. At The Auto Repair Place in Boulder, CO, one of our goals is to keep you informed on how to best care for your performance and luxury vehicles.