While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, we know that the difference between a vehicle that runs for 80,000 miles and a vehicle that makes it to 400,000 miles depends on one thing; maintenance. Here are a few tips to avoid some of the most notorious vehicle killers out there.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

The hydraulic system in your transmission is responsible for telling the mechanical components what to do, and when to do it. In order to better understand how your transmission works, it’s important to understand the mechanical components of it.

Your vehicle's cooling system is one of the most important systems in your vehicle. Inside your engine, spark plugs ignite the fuel within the cylinders to produce small explosions that propel your vehicle down the road. With small explosions comes scorching temperatures that can destroy your engine if not controlled. There are two types of cooling systems - liquid-cooled and air-cooled. 

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, we specialize in detailed knowledge of complicated, performance systems. One such system, which is becoming ever more precise and complex, is the suspension on your car. Luxury and performance vehicles are innovators and leaders in the suspension field; and as such, it takes leading technicians to service them.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we know how annoying a dead battery can be. Here’s some information on the subject, that will hopefully help you understand your battery issues a little better.

Regardless of the weather, it's important to maintain your coolant system. At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, we offer the full range of coolant system services, from coolant testing to system flushing. Here’s what you need to know about servicing your cooling system.

Your radiator hoses are under a lot of pressure, in both the figurative and literal sense. From Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, here’s what you need to know about the radiator hoses on your car, truck, or SUV.

You’ve determined it’s time to get rid of the engine you have, along with all of its issues. You’re probably considering getting something new altogether, and you’re tired of this one giving you issues. Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA is here to help you make the call.

If your car, truck, or SUV has really been put through the wringer, it might be time for a new one. However, before you decide to throw in the towel there are a few things you should consider.

Transmission work is a world of precision and attention to detail. Transmission specialists, like the technicians at Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, chose to specialize in transmission work partly because they have a knack for both. It’s just one of the things that make us the best in the business.

Transmission failure is never a fun subject. But, if your transmission has finally bit the dust, don’t panic. Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA has the solutions you need that will save you time and money in the long run. We're here to help you explore all your options so you can make the best decision for you and your vehicle.

If you're prepping to go on a road trip, you need to be sure that your vehicle is ready for the journey. An unmaintained vehicle could be the difference between a good trip and a trip that goes south really quickly. Here at Reeves Auto Repair, we want to remind you of some things to do so you and your vehicle are ready for the road. 

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

Keeping your tires properly inflated and regularly checking the tread can save you money and keep you safe! At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA we want to keep you and everyone in your car safe. Let us help you keep your tires maintained at their best.

Your car’s radio and headlights, plus a slew of other important functions, are powered by an electrical current generated by your vehicle’s engine. A vital part of generating electricity is having a place to store it while it’s not being used. This is where your car battery comes into play. The battery of your vehicle holds electrical energy while the car is off in order to help the engine turn over and create a spark to start internal combustion. Without a working battery, your car will not be able to start. If you allow our team here at Reeves Auto Repair to perform proper maintenance, an average car battery can start your car reliably for roughly four years.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we specialize in performance and luxury vehicles. We also realize what a huge investment these cars and SUVs are, and why it’s so important to take care of them.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we see our fair share of warning lights and dashboard notifications. If your ABS light is illuminated, here’s what you need to know.

A quality product is only as good as the quality of the installation. You’re dropping some serious money on an engine replacement, on a car that’s worth even more. Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA is here to make sure you get the quality install you need.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we pride ourselves on specialty knowledge and ability. Once you’ve settled on a transmission to invest in, it’s important not to cut corners on the homestretch. We’ve got you covered here and you can expect top quality repairs for your top quality product.