Tag: My Auto Shop
My car is idling rough. Please explain why.
Hey there, it’s your friendly neighbourhood mechanic here to chat about that pesky rough idle your car’s been having. I know how frustrating it can be when your ride’s not running smoothly. But don’t worry, we’ll get to the bottom of this together! What’s causing my rough idle? There are a bunch of reasons why
What are the symptoms of bad gas mileage and what can be done?
Here’s the blog post without any citations: Is your car guzzling gas? Here are the signs of poor fuel economy and how to fix it. If you’ve noticed your car’s gas mileage getting worse, you’re not alone. Many drivers experience a drop in fuel efficiency as their vehicle ages. But what causes this decline and
Our 10,000th Customer
It snuck up on us much quicker than we expected, but we’re thrilled to have completed our 10,000th job! From Services on Hondas, Alternators on BMWs, Diagnostics on Subarus & Pre-Purchase Inspections on Porsches, it’s been great helping you with anything you needed on your car. The excitement has been so cool to see as we brought door-step
Where to book a Pre-purchase Inspection?
Where to book a vehicle Pre-purchase Inspection? You’ve found an awesome new car on Trade Me Woohoo! But it’s in Auckland but you live in Hamilton. Doh! And you’re not really sure what condition it is in mechanically. Uh Oh! Now what? Fortunately, a Pre-purchase Inspection is exactly what you’re looking for. To get peace
Pre-purchase Inspections – AA vs My Auto Shop
If you’re in the market for a second-hand car, its a smart move to get it checked out by an inspector to help avoid costly and unexpected mechanic bills in the near future. You can get your local mechanic to take a look, or buy an inspection from one of the main PPI providers –
Expert’s guide to remote technician car servicing
When it comes to convenience, you really can’t go past booking a My Auto Shop remote technician. It’s so easy! Much like a mobile mechanic, they visit your home or office, grab the keys, and after a few hours you’re all good to go. No mess, no fuss! That said, we thought we’d cover off
Why I booked a My Auto Shop remote technician
Guest Post: If your life is anything like mine, the hours spent between 7am-5pm are spent running around like a headless chicken, checking in on whatever needs doing work-wise, errands to keep things going at home, the list is endless! So you can imagine my dismay when I noticed that my brakes started to show
Can mobile auto electricians do the same jobs as those in a workshop?
With ownership of electric vehicles (EVs) on the rise, it’s a fair bet that car owners in general are needing to deal with more electrical issues than normal. That’s not to say they’re at all prone to problems – in fact, we’re big fans here at My Auto Shop – it’s just the nature of
How can a mobile mechanic help me?
Mobile mechanics, also known as remote technicians here at My Auto Shop, offer a great way to get your vehicle serviced or repaired at your home or office, without losing out on valuable time getting your car in full working order. With the ability to bring all the necessary tools and parts with them in
Expert’s guide to project cars, rebuilds and refurbs
Buying a project car can be an incredible opportunity, offering a rewarding way to spend your time while building up your mechanical muscle. However, it’s best to keep a clear eye on the road ahead. Project cars are notoriously time consuming and can lend to things going financially awry if you’re not aware of the
