Automotive Industry News & Information - Blue Lakes Auto Repair

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, precision and quality are our top priorities. That’s why we always employ ASE certified technicians - but what does that mean for you?

Hitting a pothole always hurts - you may not be sure exactly what happens when you hit a pothole, but you can tell it’s not good for your car, truck, or SUV. Here are issues caused by potholes, and what to watch out for if you hit a really rough one, from Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID.

No matter what type of fleet vehicles or commercial trucks you maintain, the fuel system on your diesel is an integral part of keeping you on the road. Gas systems are pretty simple - there’s basically just a pump that pushes gasoline to the injectors. Diesels are a bit more complicated.

At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we do our best to keep you on the road. A huge part of being able to do that is proper vehicle maintenance; when was the last time you changed your oil?

With temperatures dropping around the country, it’s understandably tempting to let your car or SUV idle to stay warm. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, one of our goals is to keep you informed on how to best care for your performance and luxury vehicles.

Your turbocharger will work in essentially the same way, whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel pickup. While there are differences in designs and applications, turbos haven’t changed all that much over the past century. Now that you know what one is made of, we’ll look at how it works.

If your car, truck or SUV is experiencing major engine issues, the technicians at Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID have you covered. You hear the engine knocking when it decides to start? Is there smoke pouring from your truck’s exhaust pipe? Whether you’re burning oil, your engine is on it’s last leg or has simply given up altogether, we can help. And if you’re not sure what you need, we can help with that too.

Your emissions system is more important than you might realize. Even if emissions testing isn’t required in your area, there are multiple reasons to keep your emissions system in good working order. Here’s why, from Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID.