Van Nuys Auto Repair & Service Center

A while back, the Cash for Clunkers program was all over the news. Van Nuys people could trade in their old vehicle for a new one that got better fuel economy and receive a government rebate. A lot of Van Nuys motorists had so-called clunkers that they wanted to keep. They’re good commuters, grocery getters or toy haulers. They enjoy that fact that they’re paid off, or soon will be. They would gladly like to keep their sedans for 200,000 miles or more – as long as it’s economical to do so. There are plenty of Van Nuys drivers whose vehicles are running after 150,000 or 200,000 miles. We can learn from what they’re doing to keep our own sedans on the road in CA. Van Nuys drivers of high-mileage cars often report a common denominator of never skipping an oil change.That may sound a bit unsophisti ... read more

When it comes to their vehicles, some Los Angeles people don’t have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Los Angeles drivers generally accept that many things in life require regular maintenance, but just may have not applied it to their sedans. For example: the lawn. You water it and mow it every week. And weed the flower beds and rake the leaves. There are other things that Los Angeles people are good about maintaining. Going to the dentist twice a year. Clothes to the dry cleaner. Flu shots. Taking the kids to your Los Angeles doctor for a checkup before school starts. So Los Angeles people really are maintenance minded. They just have to learn to apply that mindset to cars. I mean, if you never brush your teeth or go to the dentist, you’ll become painfully aware of yo ... read more

Couples Oil Change*For the month of February, we're offering a special two-for-one oil change deal just for couples!  Bring in your car for a lube, and we'll take care of your significant other's ride as well....and if that's not romantic enough, Facebook Fan Contest: Win Dinner for TwoFor the month of February, every new fan on Facebook gets intered to win a romantic dinner for two on us.  Already a fan, you can enter too if you refer a friend.  Visit Autoaid on Facebook for registration and details.*most cars, max. 5 qts oil, synthetic extra