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If you're prepping to go on a road trip, you need to be sure that your vehicle is ready for the journey. An unmaintained vehicle could be the difference between a good trip and a trip that goes south really quickly. Here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair, we want to remind you of some things to do so you and your vehicle are ready for the road. 

1. Get a Pre-Trip Mechanical Inspection - Is it overkill to have a technician give your car a pre-trip once over? Not if it saves you from disaster on the road, and we'd rather be safe than sorry. Here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair, our mechanics should be able to identify any significant components that are on their last legs. Even if your car comes back with a clean bill of health, there's a lot of value in having that peace of mind.

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True safety starts with being able to see where you are driving. Your lights and wipers play a major role in safe driving and the chance of an accident increases if you can't see or be seen. No matter what time of year, it's important to make sure your vehicle's lights and wipers are working properly so your visibility is not compromised and you can be seen by others. From the driver's seat, you may not notice a light that isn't working, but when a big rain comes it becomes easier to see what you are missing! When wet weather hits your roads is not the time for you to discover limited visibility problems. Here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair we take our Twin Falls drivers' safety seriously and inspect their vehicles when they come in for service.

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We’ve all been there: You start your car in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. You hear an unusual noise coming from your car, and it sounds bad. How do you know if it's something you should bring in to us here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair to get looked at? Questioning the severity of the sound is a smart immediate response because the difference between a squeaky joint and near-catastrophic engine failure can be a big one.

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Maintaining your car doesn't have to be a hassle, just bring it to our team here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls. We can take care of all the dirty work. However, it's important to know when you should get proper maintenance. Here are some quick tips and advice on the basics of car maintenance!

vehicle with dash queues on it

If you drive a performance or luxury vehicle, you know that your precision engineered equipment demands precision tuning. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we specialize in high-end imports and performance vehicles and keep them up to par.

oil leak

When your car, truck, or SUV is burning oil, it can be frustrating and costly. There are numerous reasons an engine will burn oil - these range from an altogether worn out engine to a simple part replacement. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID we want to keep you informed, here's what you need to know about why your engine might be burning oil.

kid with a thumbs up in a car seat

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the vehicle. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

CAR BEING WASHED

While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.

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Twin Falls, ID 83301
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