Van Nuys Auto Repair & Service Center

Toys toys and so many toys!!! Thank you to everyone that is helping us collect toys for children here in the San Fernando Valley! With donation of a new, unwrapped toy (valued at $5.00 or more) we will take $5.00 off of any service or repair between now and December 20th.  These toys will benefit the children at Spark of Love and Rescue Mission Alliance

Based on recent research by AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, car accidents involving teenage drivers are substantially increasing during the summer due to teen distracted driving.  They call it "100 deadliest days" - the study found that on average 1,022 people died in accidents involving teenage drivers during the 100 days after Memorial Day. The main reason for such an increase is because more teenagers are driving on the roads during the summer; they are traveling with ... read more

How long should tires last? Any reputable tire retailer will have knowledgeable people behind the counter to help you when it’s time to choose new tires. They will look up your car in their database to check the wheel and tire size, then tell you what options they have in stock for your vehicle. It helps to have some knowledge before you get to that point. As part of National Tire Safety Awareness week, AskPatty recommends that you should know the type of tires you need, what you may sacrifice by buying cheaper tires, and what you get by going up the price ladder. If you’re not sure if your tires need replacing, use a penny. Tires with 2/32&Prime ... read more

Have you decided that it’s time to part ways with your beloved (or not so beloved) used car? Perhaps you are ready to get into something better or maybe you’re moving and you just can’t take it with you. Whatever your reason, there are a few things you’ll want to know as you’re getting ready to sell your car. Value and Specifics The first thing that you’ll want to know about your car is its value. To you, it might be worth a great deal, but finding someone to pay that “great deal” might not be so easy. Various websites publish objective, industry-standard values for used cars. Pricing your car appropriately will help ensure you get fair value while avoiding excessive haggling. The condition of and specifics about your vehicle will guide you to get its value and you’ll need to gather some informatio ... read more

Only 10 years ago, about 19 percent of owners were bringing their furry pals along with them on road trips. Since then, that number has more than doubled, as 37 percent of owners say they take their dog in the car with them, rather than leaving him behind when they travel. According to the 2015-2016 American Pet Products Association National Pet Owners Survey, 65% of U.S. households own a pet, which equates to 79.7 million homes. Of those, pets, 77.8 million are dogs and 85.8 million are cats, and an increasing number of these furry companions accompany their families on in the car. As part of National ... read more

  As a parent, you probably know that accomplishing everyday tasks is a little bit more challenging when children are in the picture. A simple trip to the grocery store or even taking a shower can be a feat when your little ones are around. And so it goes with driving… Although you may have a good decade or more of driving experience under your belt, you quickly learn that operating a vehicle with your kids in the backseat is a whole other ballgame. Not only is it more difficult to stay focused, but the need to drive safely is even greater because you hold their lives as well as your own in your hands. So, before you jump in the car with your children, take a few minutes to review these safety rules that will help keep everyone safe. Discuss Driving Safety Rules with Kids As soon as you can begin teaching your children safety rules of the house, you ... read more

  With more rain coming, we welcome you to bring in your vehicle for a FREE rain essential courtesy check. We will check your tires, brakes (visual check), wipers, lights, defroster and battery. These components are critical to safe driving in the rain and flooded roadways.  Even though we offer Body and Collision Repair service and work with any insurance company, we would prefer you minimize the risk of an accident by knowing your vehicle is ready for inclement weather.  Please call or go on-line to make an appointment for this courtesy offer and share it with a friend. 

Driving is a daily task for most of us, and staying safe on the road is important. Your car is also likely one of your largest investments, so taking care of it should just be common sense. However, when you spend so much time in your car, it can be easy to overlook even the most basic safety and maintenance issues. These are great habits to get into so that your car will serve you well for years to come, and yet overlooking these simple tasks are some of the most common mistakes drivers make. Check Your Oil Frequently Everybody who drives knows that cars need an oil change from time to time. However, many drivers really neglect this fact. They know what needs to be done, but they don't do it. Why? While you might read that motor oil needs to be changed every 5,000 miles ... read more