Santa Monica Auto Repair

Just like your body needs water and blood, your car needs several important liquids to get you from place to place. Besides gasoline, there are many different fluids that go with various auto internal systems. While mechanics can go in-depth on vehicle fluids all day, we figured it would be best to summarize all the five essential fluids your car needs to run. As a responsible driver, you should know what each one does and how to identify them. Motor/Engine Oil Of course, we have to start with the most well-known and important one: engine oil. This type of liquid helps to keep your engine components lubricated and reduces wear and tear. A good driver should keep up with their motor oil regularly by inspecting it using the dipstick. It is typically light brown to dark brown in color, depending on how new it is. Oil changes are normally done anywhere from 3,000 miles to upwards of 12,000 miles; you should always follow your manufacturer's recommended oil type and interval. Transmi ... read more

If you feel like your car has been in a slump or you want to freshen up for confidence in the new year, then auto detailing may be precisely what you're looking for. At 26th Street Auto Center, we offer mobile auto detailing where our professional team can assist you with a thorough cleaning, restoration, and finishing of a vehicle. A car wash can only do so much to make the exterior of your vehicle look clean, but a detailing service will have your car looking shiny and new (inside and out). Why Do It? Mobile auto detailing is a wonderful way to maintain the interior and exterior of your vehicle. We can get to every crack and crevice there is in and on your car with the right tools and products. Looks aside, these are other several other benefits that a mobile car detailing service can do: Save you time – We come to you! There's no waiting in lines, and you don't have to worry about scheduling time out of your busy schedule. Save you money – You'll rece ... read more