Aurora Auto Repair

Photo by Francois Olwage On Unsplash Winter Car Care Tips: Keeping Your Vehicle Safe on Aurora's Snowy Roads Winter in Aurora brings picturesque landscapes, but it also ushers in challenges for car owners. The icy roads and heavy snowfall can make driving treacherous. To ensure your safety and keep your vehicle in top shape during this season, we've put together some valuable winter car care tips. Plus, you can count on Aurora AutoPros for a range of services tailored to keep your vehicle running smoothly during the cold months. 1. Tire Maintenance Winter tires or not, your vehicle's tires are the first line of defense against slippery roads. Keep them in optimal condition by rotating and balancing them. This will help maintain even tread wear, improving traction and extending tire life. At Aurora Aut ... read more

Photo by Christian Garcia On Unsplash Snow Travel For The New Colorado Resident Being a new Colorado resident can be an exciting adventure, especially with the stunning landscapes, outdoor activities, and, of course, the snowy winters. Whether you're a seasoned resident or a recent transplant, understanding the ins and outs of snow travel is crucial to ensure your safety and maintain your vehicle's performance.   At Aurora AutoPros, we've been serving the local community for years, and we're here to share our expertise to make your Colorado winter driving experience smooth and stress-free. In this blog, we'll provide you with essential tips and insights on navigating Colorado's snowy roads while keeping your vehicle in top shape.  Tips For Safe Snow Travel Here are some tips you c ... read more

Photo by David Menidrey On Unsplash Halloween Driving Safety: Ensuring a Spooktacular and Safe Night on the Roads Halloween is a much-awaited holiday filled with excitement, costumes, and treats. However, as festivities kick in, it's crucial to remember that safety should be a top priority, especially for those venturing out on the roads. Whether you're heading to a Halloween party or taking your kids trick-or-treating, following these Halloween driving safety tips will help you navigate the night while ensuring everyone's well-being. 1. Prepare The Whole Family Halloween is a night of spooky fun, but it can also pose risks, particularly regarding road safety. Implementing a few simple precautions can make all the difference in ensuring a memorable and safe Halloween experience for everyone.   Whether your teens are driving somewhere or your kids are going door-to-do ... read more

Photo by Moren on Unsplash   Remember the days of carrying your little one into the car, buckling them up, and checking their car seat three or four times before driving off? Even if your kids are old enough to buckle themselves in, there’s a lot of routine and ritual behind your driving. Your car is a means of getting to where you need to go, but we believe they’re much more than that here at Aurora AutoPros.    The school year is beckoning, and we thought we’d make our favorite back-to-school rituals the driver of this month's blog. We've got some car-focused rituals that will have you and your kids cruising through the school year with ease! 1. Post Pick-up Gas Check: Fuel Up for Awesome Adventures! Picture this: you've finally got all the kids in the car, it looks like you’ll make it right in time for the first bell, and just as yo ... read more

Photo by Acton Crawford on Unsplash Summer Fun in Aurora: Family-Friendly Events and Date Night Delights With summer in full swing, it's time to embrace the warm weather and explore the vibrant city of Aurora, Colorado. Aurora has something for everyone, whether you're looking for family-friendly activities or a memorable date night. Let's dive into some exciting events happening this July in Aurora! And as you venture out to enjoy these events, rest assured that Aurora Auto Pros is here to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Family-Friendly Fun Get ready for a summer filled with family-friendly fun in Aurora, Colorado! From outdoor concerts and movie nights to fascinating museum exhibits, there are plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained while creating cherished memories. Aurora Rhythms Concert Series Groove to the beat of live music at the Auror ... read more

Photo by White Field Photo on Unsplash We blinked, and suddenly it's October! Here in Colorado, the mornings are brisk, and the leaves have gorgeous hues of gold, red, and orange. Many households take advantage of this season to decorate for Halloween and take their vehicles in for a checkup! Fall is the season to have your vehicle checked and schedule any needed repairs before the frigid weather arrives. There is no such thing as an ideal time to be stranded on the side of the road, but in freezing temperatures, it can be worse than inconvenient – it can be downright dangerous. To help you avoid winter woes, we want to share the top three ways you can prepare your vehicle during Autumn for the coming Winter months. Tires ... read more

Are Your Brakes Trying to Tell You Something? If your brakes are trying to tell you something, you should pay attention. A properly operating brake system helps ensure safe vehicle control and operation and it should be checked immediately if you suspect any problems, says the non - profit Car Care Council. “While an annual brake inspection is a good way to ensure brake safety, motorists should NOT ignore signs that their brakes need attention,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. The Car Care Council reminds motorists to look for the following warning signs that their brakes need to be inspected : • Noise: screeching, grinding or clicking noises when applying the brakes. • Pulling: vehicle pulls to one side while braking. • Low Pedal: brake pedal nearly touches the floor before engaging. • Hard Pedal: must apply extreme pressure to the pedal before brakes engage. • Grabbing: brakes grab at the slightest touch to the pedal ... read more

Heat Causes More Batteries to Fail Than Cold! “When most motorists think of dead batteries that cause starting failure, they think of severe winter weather, but summer heat is the real culprit,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. More car batteries fail in the summer than in the winter! Summer’s hot temperatures can destroy a car’s battery. Heat causes battery fluid to evaporate, which then damages the internal structure of the battery. The Car Care Council advises vehicle owners to have their car battery tested periodically, including in the summer and replaced, if necessary, to avoid being stranded during that summer vacation. At Aurora AutoPros, we can perform a battery service that includes cleaning the contacts and cables, as well as test the strength of the battery. This service increases the life of your battery and saves you unnecessary hassles. There is never a good time for your car to break down or not start, so prevention is the ... read more

Summer presents plenty of traffic safety concerns that, if ignored, can turn a dreamy ride into a nightmare. Motorists should keep these summer driving safety tips top of mind before hitting the road. Driving vacations are expected to be at an all time high this summer! • Whether traveling 5 or 500 miles, every driver should carry important items like a mobile phone charger, a flashlight with extra batteries, a first aid kit, drinking water, extra snacks and food, booster cables, emergency flares or reflectors, windshield wiper fluid and a basic toolkit with a tire pressure gauge and adjustable wrench. Despite the importance of these items, more than 40 percent of motorists don’t carry such an emergency kit, one of the most valuable summer driving safety tips. • Sun glare can be a serious hazard. A sweet pair of sunglasses will ... read more

For many of us, when we first started driving, brakes meant “pedal”, and some even knew there were pads and rotors. But lots of car owners learn about brake fluid when their mechanic recommends the brake fluid flush. Unlike blinker fluid (not a real thing!), brake fluid is very real and very important to the braking system! Brake fluid is hydroscopic, meaning it attracts moisture. The unwanted moisture/water in the brake fluid can boil (boiling point of water is lower than that of brake fluid), causing vapor to form in the hydraulic brake system. That vapor causes pockets of air in the brake lines and results in a spongy brake pedal = brake pedal responds more slowly. And moisture acts to corrode metal components (brake lines, calipers, the master cylinder and others) within the braking system -, possibly causing an eventual failure. If you notice a need to start braking earlier than you used to, odds a ... read more