Automotive News & Information - Blue Lakes Auto Repair

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, cars are our passion, so naturally, we like to keep up with new technology on the market. At the moment, surprisingly the current trend is moving towards a goal you may not expect; self-driving vehicles. You’ve probably heard about self-driving cars a little bit here and there on the news, but it likely still seems somewhere in the realm of science fiction to you. However, the reality is that self-driving cars are on the way and maybe here sooner than you think. Already, almost all major automobile manufacturers are dumping billions of dollars into research and development for self-driving cars, and even companies like Uber are jumping on board.

While diesel trucks are some of the best vehicles on the road today, sometimes maintaining a fleet of them can become overwhelming. Let Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for diesel fleet vehicles.

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.

If you’ve ever been behind the wheel of a commercial truck, you already know that driving in reverse isn’t easy. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, most of the damage we see is a result of an accident which occurred in reverse.

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, we believe it’s important for you to know how different systems in your car, truck, or SUV operate. Whether you want to know what to watch out for, or you’re just curious about how things work, we’re here to supply the answers.

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, efficiency is a concept that interests us. While your fuel economy is largely dependent on what kind of car, truck, or SUV you drive, there are a variety of tips and tricks to get the most bang for your buck. We’ve provided a few of our favorites here.

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, our mechanics have diagnosed and repaired every transmission problem in the book. We’d like to pass some of our knowledge along to you, in order to help you understand your transmission a little better. Here, we discuss the synchronizers in your manual transmission, and how to know if one of yours is faulty.

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, we understand how important safety is in the world of truck driving. The stakes are higher in a big truck; potential for damage is obviously far greater, to you, your cargo, and other people on the road. Here are some easy tips that go a long way.