Automotive News & Information - Blue Lakes Auto Repair

It’s no secret, commercial truck tires are expensive. The good news is, if one of your tires is experiencing issues, Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls has you covered. We want to make sure your fleet stays fully operational and you on the road! Here are some things to keep your eye on when it comes to your tires and tips to keep your tires lasting.

In the old days, when your headlight burned out you just replaced the entire thing with a new glass bulb. Modern headlights are plastic assemblies, with a bulb inserted through the back. What this means, is that the plastic lens that light shines through never gets replaced, and eventually will begin to oxidize and deteriorate due to time, weather, and heat from your bulb. Today you will learn when it’s time to fix or replace your headlight assemblies, what options you have in doing so, and what the benefits are.

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, were huge fans of seatbelts. They dramatically reduce the chances of being injured in an automobile accident, and in many cases, they are the difference between a fatal crash and walking away unharmed. But how long has the seat belt been around? When did wearing it become law?

The Turbo on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck is an integral component of your truck’s ability to perform. Turbos affect everything from power output to fuel mileage, allowing your pickup to reach its full potential in terms of power, torque, and efficiency. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, turbo knowledge is one of our specialties, because we understand the importance of quality turbo parts, replacements, and repair.

Small transmission problems can become big ones if not tended to in a timely manner. Your car, truck, or SUV has been shifting weird for a while now - does that mean it’s too late to do anything about it? Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID has the answer.

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, we know that transmissions are one of the greatest technological marvels of the automotive world. How does a standard shift transmission work? Why should you care? Our expert technicians here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls have the answers.

For obvious reasons, air brakes are an essential part of your rig. They also add a level of complication to the braking system that a conventional vehicle doesn’t have. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, our mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your air brakes in top shape.

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, 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.