Auto Repair Tempe

Auto Repair Tempe: How To Choose As most car owners have experienced, dealing with a broken down vehicle in desperate need of repair is a stressful situation at best. You're under pressure to get your car running again and may not have the time to find a quality auto repair shop in the Tempe, Chandler, Phoenix area. In a state of despair, you can easily fall victim to an unscrupulous auto repair shop where you're pressured into costly auto repairs through the use of clever scare tactics. You can avoid a scenario like this one, by locating a quality auto repair shop you can trust before you need repairs done to your vehicle. Finding a quality auto repair shop starts with knowing what to look for. Elite Auto Repair in Tempe is a state-of-the-art service facility with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a Blue Seal of Excellence from the ASE (Institute for Automotive Service Excellence). We not only meet, but exceed the criteria for a quality auto repa ... read more

We all know that Chevrolet is one of the oldest American automotive manufacturers in Allentown and Bethlehem, right behind Ford. However, what you may not know is that Chevrolet wasn't really the big player in the game back when it first started operations. In fact, it was a fledgling company that desperately needed to step up in order to compete with other manufacturers. Enter the Suburban, which can be credited as being the game changer that turned Chevrolet's fortunes. For more than 70 years, the Suburban has been serving as the average American's workhorse, winning the hearts of Americans. Today, it's seen as the first choice for families looking for a large SUV that could fit all. With a tough as nails exterior, powerful engines and a comfortable interior, the Suburban can fit up to an astounding ten people at once. If you want luxury and fancy bells and whistles, you would be better off looking elsewhere. But, for a practical SUV that gives you the best bang for the buck, a ... read more

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG is one of the fastest and most luxurious sedans on the market. German host Sarah Sauer decided to take one for a spin and spend a day living in the lap of luxury. The Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG is powered by a 6.0 liter twin-turbo V12 engine making 621-hp and 732 kb-ft of torque. 0 to 60 mph comes in at 4.2 seconds! Now that's some serious asphalt-grinding power. :) A fun automobile, or unnecessary overkill? We'll let you be the judge. Check out the video review below: The video above features the camera work of Jan Gleitsmann and Jens Stratmann of Ausfahrt.tv

Today's video review covers the pros and cons of the 2015 Ford Focus. This is an excellent review created and offered by the automotive devision over at CNET. Here's a quick overview before we get to the video... PROS The Ford Focus Electric delivers on its estimated range. The torquey, electric acceleration makes the compact hatchback feel responsive. The base model is about as fully-loaded as the Focus gets. CONS The 76-mile range is less than that of the newer competition from Fiat and Kia. The battery protrudes into the rear storage space. None of the standard Focus' driver-aid features are available on the Electric. CONCLUSIONS Three years after its predecessor debuted, the 2015 Ford Focus Electric is still a good choice for a compact battery-powered car, but the newer competition offers slightly greater range and faster charging. When you need service on your Ford Focus, or any other domestic or foreign car, give us a call here at Elite Auto Repair in ... read more

If you feel that the quality of your vehicle ride has degenerated as compared to what it was just a few months ago, it's good to understand how to check whether the shock absorbers or struts in your car are working properly. Below are some tips on just how to do that. Observe From The Front: Park your car on a flat surface in such a way it looks perfectly level. This means both the sides should be the same height from the ground. If you know the specification of the suspension, you can measure the height. If the height is below or at the minimum specified by your manufacturer, then it's an indication you should bring your car in for an inspection and evaluation. Push Down On The Front: Even though this is not a scientific test, it's something that can be helpful when done in conjunction with other checks. To perform this test, you'll have to stand in front of, or in back of, your car. Carefully place your foot on the bumper, or you can als ... read more

Auto executives and US senators clash over calls for universal standards in robotic vehicles at Senate commerce committee hearing The robot car revolution hit a speed bump on Tuesday as senators and tech experts sounded stern warnings about the potentially fatal risks of self-driving cars. There is no question that someone is going to die in this technology, said Duke University roboticist Missy Cummings in testimony before the US Senate committee on commerce, science and transportation. The question is when and what can we do to minimize that. Automotive executives and lawmakers sniped at each other over whether universal standards were necessary for self-driving cars, with private sector saying that standards would slow progress and legislators replying that theyd heard the same objections over updated seatbelt standards in 1998. Senators Ed Markey and Richard Blumenthal, who have cosponsored legislation that proposes minimum testing standards for automated drivers, told equivocating ... read more

Dealerships are packing on the heat with multiple advertisements towards appealing to consumer's who are looking to buy or lease a vehicle with their hard earned tax refunds. It's no wonder; the IRS speculates that a majority of Americans receive about $3,000 back in their taxes each year. That lump sum is enough to get you into a comfy and stylish new car, but is it worth it? For some yes, for others, they're better off staying with the car they've already invested their money and time into. If you are in need of a new set of wheels, here's some mistakes you'll want to avoid: Mistakes To Avoid Avoid walking into any dealership with no set budget. Likewise, make sure you do your homework on the dealership and the vehicle you're interested in before getting emotionally attached. Don't spend money you don't have...well you might have a huge lump sum to spend, it doesn't mean you should feel pressured in spending all of your hard-earned cash at one particular place. There are ... read more

Look for coupons coming soon! We're currently promoting an Oregano's Pizza Bistro giftcard when your repair or service is over a certin dollar amount. The details haven't been finalized yet but we're excited about launching this. As you may know, the south Tempe Oregano's location is new and we want to wish them much success. Sincerely, David Schultz Elite Auto Repair, Tempe, AZ

Did you know you don't have to own a hybrid to be a green motorist? There are actually a number of different things you can do to help the environment, and you don't have to drive a special car to do it. Of course, driving a hybrid or a vehicle that gets great gas mileage does help, but here are a few other things you can do that will also contribute to saving the environment, and some of them may actually save you a bit of money too! Accelerate And Decelerate Slowly Taking off very quickly or slamming on the brakes uses a lot of gas. It's better to speed up or slow down gradually when you can. Another thing that helps save gas is to maintain the same speed. If you use cruise control when you're on the highway, you'll get a little better gas mileage and help the environment a bit. Do More In Fewer Trips Every time you start up the car, it uses a little bit of extra power. Try to do as many errands in one trip as you can. Even though ... read more

According to the Tech Blog over on c|Net.com, "You can't drive Ford's next Mustang until 2014, but you can at least take it for a spin in Need for Speed Rivals, starting now. The 2015 Ford Mustang joins the ranks of playable cars. A patch hitting all platforms sometime before the day is through will add the car to the game." (Credit: Sarah Tew/CNET) c|Net goes on to point out,"It's the 50th anniversary of the Mustang and Ford is celebrating with a rebirth of the model, unveiling the biggest step forward the iconic pony car has seen in decades. A turbocharged, 2.3 liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine joins the traditional V6 and V8 options, while the quarter-mile-friendly live rear axle is finally being deleted in favor of a proper, independent setup. The new car is lighter, lower, leaner and, we think, very ... read more