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.

5 Great Reasons to Love a Honda

July 13, 2017

At Independent Auto Care in Parker, our Honda-enthusiast customers have inspired us to share this list of 5 great reasons to love a Honda. 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…

Starter Problems with Your Honda Accord or Crosstour?

June 16, 2017

Are you having starter problems with your Honda Accord or Crosstour? At Independent Auto Care in Parker, we like to keep our customers informed on such issues. Right now, owners of 2013-2015 Accords and Crosstours are filing a proposed class-action suit. This suit is being filed because the starters in these cars are allegedly failing…

Weekend Road Trips for You and Your Honda

May 16, 2017

Now that we are headed toward summer you might be thinking about weekend road trips for you and your Honda. 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 by…

Important Spring Services for Your Honda Vehicle

April 17, 2017

With the weather warming, it’s time to have our technicians at Independent Auto Care in Parker provide important spring services for your Honda vehicle. We know that sunny days and temperatures on the rise mean you’ll be driving around more, so let’s make sure your Honda is maintained and ready to go. Even slight changes…

Car and Driver Gives 2017 Honda CR-V a 5-Star Review

March 28, 2017

Did you know that Car and Driver gives 2017 Honda CR-V a 5-star review? Our technicians at Independent Auto Care in Parker always recommend that you look at the car ratings before you buy, so you can get the best car for your money and one that will serve your vehicle needs. If you’re considering…

Best-Selling Car of the Year in 2016, The Honda Civic

February 14, 2017

Our congratulations go to the best-selling car of the year in 2016, the Honda Civic. Last year, the Honda Civic had a substantial redesign and Honda introduced the first non-Civic Si turbocharged engine to its vehicle line up. If your first car-love is the Civic, our ASE-certified technicians at Independent Auto Care in Parker can…

Acura Recalls 106K MDX Models for AC System Bolt

January 12, 2017

Independent Auto Care in Parker is locally owned and operated and we’ve specialized in Honda and Acura vehicles since 2006. Our ASE-certified technicians are experts in Honda and Acura car and truck repair, so we like to keep our customers informed of things that might affect them, like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA)…

How Often Should I Replace My Acura Timing Belt?

December 14, 2016

You’re driving along in your Acura and without warning your timing belt breaks. This causes the valves to open at the wrong time and hit the pistons, causing damage and your car to stop running. To avoid this, ask yourself, how often should I replace my Acura timing belt? At Independent Auto Care in Parker,…

The New Honda CR-V May Become Honda’s Best Selling Vehicle

November 22, 2016

The all new Honda CR-V may become Honda’s best selling vehicle, according to a Forbes article. The auto technicians here at Independent Auto Care in Parker agree that the Honda CR-V is an impressive compact crossover SUV, and it’s no wonder that they sell more than 400,000 per year. The XSUV Market The SUVs that…

Massive Takata Airbag Recall: Everything You Need to Know, Including a Full List of Affected Vehicles

October 18, 2016

Did you know there is a massive Takata airbag recall? Everything you need to know, including a full list of affected vehicles is listed below. If you have any questions, our automotive team at Independent Auto Care in Parker can help you determine if you have a vehicle that’s included in the recall, so you…

All About Honda’s Alternative Fuel Vehicles

September 14, 2016

Our automotive techs at Independent Auto Care in Parker understand the popularity of Hondas. They’re fun to drive, are relatively easy to fix and can seemingly go forever with the right care. Honda also has several environmentally friendly vehicles, and the company is working towards zero-carbon-emissions. In today’s blog, we’ll tell you all about…

Toyota Recalls 337K Vehicles For Suspension Issues Again

August 15, 2016

According to the website law360.com, Toyota recalls 337K vehicles for suspension issues again this August. These problems are linked to repairs made during a previous recall. Independent Auto Care in Parker confirms it involves 337,000 Toyota RAV4 models from 2006-2011 and Lexus HS 250h models from 2010 that need to have the suspension arm assemblies…