Independent Auto Care Blog

Within the pages of our auto service blog you’ll find helpful articles and interesting insights about everything that’s related to Auto Repair and Maintenance.

The vehicle sounds that you should never ignore

July 16, 2019

A vehicle is often on the verge of experiencing a breakdown when it suddenly makes one or more repetitive noises in spots that never had sounds before or normal sounds become louder. The following three categories of sounds require immediate attention: Rattling Under the hood, rattling often indicates that the water pump might fail at…

Why Isn’t My A/C Cold?

July 2, 2019

Driving in a hot car on the first day of summer, wishing you had checked the A/C weeks ago, isn’t fun. One of the main causes of your A/C not working as it should be is a refrigerant leak. The leak may be in the condenser, hose, or the evaporator. Another issue may be a…

3 Signs You Should Get Your Car AC Serviced by a Professional

July 1, 2019

The last thing anyone wants to do is drive around in the summer heat with no air conditioning. Most people don’t realize that their AC could be cooling their car much more efficiently than what it is. Here are three signs you need to take your car in to be checked by a professional. 1)…

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Is your car summer road trip ready?

June 14, 2019

Summer is here and for many people that means going on a road trip. Whether it’s an escape to the beach, crossing another National Park off the bucket list, or visiting far-flung family, none of it’s possible without a reliable vehicle. Here are three things to think about before pulling out of the driveway. Time…

Dealer services versus independent auto services, what’s the big difference?

May 15, 2019

Many car owners don’t trust independent auto services, which is an alternative to a dealer service. They believe dealers have the best mechanics who provide honest evaluations and can fix any car problem, while independent auto service mechanics lack the necessary skills, rip them off by exaggerating repair issues and can’t fix certain issues. However,…

Mini Cooper Repair Problems

April 30, 2019

Mini Coopers are charming and stylish cars, but they do come with some unique repair problems that you might not find in other cars. For example, both the clutch and the electric power steering pump are prone to failure, particularly if you put a lot of wear and tear on them in a short period…

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Summer Road Trip Ideas for You and Your Honda Vehicle

March 19, 2019

Now that we are headed toward summer you might be thinking about summer road trips for you and your Honda vehicle. At Independent Auto Care, we love a good road trip and have a few recommendations to get you on your way. Of course, before any great adventure that you embark on, be sure to stop…

5 Amazing Reasons Why Honda Owners Love Their Cars

February 12, 2019

At Independent Auto Care in Parker, our Honda-enthusiast customers have inspired us to share this list of reasons why Honda owners love their cars. Though there are so many new brands in the market today, many customers prefer to stick with a more tried and car company. Honda is a brand that remains popular over…

Honda Factory Scheduled Maintenance Guidance

January 13, 2019

In 2018, over 5 million Honda vehicles were purchased by American consumers. For years, Honda has been one of the most popular vehicle manufacturers on the planet. The attractive designs, and technologically advanced features, as well as great gas mileage and reliability, all make these vehicles irresistible. Once you have found and purchased a Honda vehicle, your main…

Acura Timing Belt Service

November 15, 2018

How often should I replace my Acura timing belt? At Independent Auto Care in Parker, we specialize in servicing Acura’s and can provide both answers and great maintenance for your car. The timing belt, which is lined with teeth or grooves, drives your engine’s crankshaft which makes the engine’s valves open and close. So if…

Is Your Car Ready For Winter

October 18, 2018

It’s that time of the year again where you need to get your car ready for winter. At Independent Auto Care in Parker, we want to share some tips for getting your Honda or Acura ready for winter. As the weather starts to get colder, it is an easy time to get your car ready for…

Dealer Service versus Independent Auto Service

September 18, 2018

Last month we talked about Warranty Myths this month we’re going to talk about Dealer Service versus Independent Auto Service. Here at Independent Auto Care in Parker, we want to clear up a few myths about auto repair. Many people believe some of the myths floating around out there, so it is always a good idea to…