San Diego Auto Repair

Photo by Lorenzo Hamers on Unsplash   New Vehicle This Summer? Don't Forget a PPI! Summer is here, and for many people in San Diego, that means it's time to buy a new vehicle. But before you sign on the dotted line, get a Pre-Purchase Inspection (PPI) from a trusted auto repair shop. A PPI can help you avoid costly surprises and give you peace of mind knowing that your new ride is in good shape. What is a Pre-Purchase Inspection? A PPI is a thorough examination of a vehicle by a qualified mechanic. During the inspection, the mechanic will check for any mechanical, electrical, or safety issues affecting the vehicle's performance or safety. They will also look for signs of wear and tear, accident damage, and other potential problems that could impact the vehicle's value.   Why is a PPI so important? Buying a car is a significant investment, and you wan ... read more

Admit it: you judge other drivers. Everyone judges other drivers based on their car and their driving habits (but come on - a Prius driver and a Porsche driver are going to take the roads differently), just like we're all excellent drivers. We all know that minivans are driven by soccer moms, luxury car drivers are rude, and lifted truck drivers have something to prove, right? As much as these conclusions are widespread, they're usually unfounded and ridiculous.  But when a car provides the opportunity for the driver to craft the ultimate expression of who he is and what his life is about (as our cars tend to be for many of us), it does open up the door to judgment. However, a recent (albeit not terribly scientific) study to connect driving habits with the type of car driven has shown that some of these conclusions aren't that unfounded - in fact, the stud ... read more

We've been talking about the next family car lately, and the SUV seems like it's here to stay. With crazy innovation seemingly every year and the largest market segment out there, the family SUV is one of those important decisions people across the country are making. More versatile than the minivan and more stylish to boot, the family SUV is something to be proud of. So what's 2014 got on the horizon? Check out part 1 of our top 10 best family SUVs here, and read on for the rest! 2014 Kia Sorento—With seven passenger seating, an available 3.3 liter 290 horsepower V6 that is the picture of potency and smoothness as well as a beautifully styled exterior, there are few reasons not to consider a 2014 Kia Sorento. This SUV is truly midsize and pretty much stands alone between the CR-V sized compact SUV segment and the larger models such as the Dodg ... read more