How to Choose New Tires for Your Car

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Blog,Car Maintenance Tips,Tires / January 21, 2019

If you want to get the best value for money out of your car’s tires, you have to choose them with care. At Fred’s Auto Repair, we offer a wide range of affordable brakes and tires. If you’re looking for tire deals (or complete auto repair services, for that matter), we are confident that you […]




Why a Professional Car Inspection Is Essential When You’re Buying a Used Vehicle

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Finding a used car that’s the right fit for you can take a bit of time. When you do find a car that checks all the boxes, you may be tempted to swiftly snap it up and get behind the wheel, but we would advise against that. The last thing you want is to purchase […]




5 Great New Year’s Resolutions for Car Owners

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Blog / January 7, 2019

Happy New Year 2019! This is your year. And, hopefully the year for your car too! If you are tired of making New Year resolutions that you simply cannot keep, perhaps it is time to focus your resolutions on better car care.  With car maintenance tips aplenty, we can help you piece together a list […]




New Year, New Car! Tips to Make Your New Wheels Last:

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Blog,Car Maintenance Tips / January 2, 2019

2019 has arrived, and so has your new car! Before you get carried away with all the excitement of a new set of wheels, you should spend a few moments chatting to your local car mechanic about how to best maintain the new car on an ongoing basis. General daily car maintenance can go a […]




How do winter tires keep me safe on the road?

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Blog,Tires / December 20, 2018

Driving during the winter comes with a host of new safety concerns and challenges, especially if you live in an area that experiences heavy rain or snow. The good news is that you can improve your road safety by having special winter tires fitted. Below, the experts from Fred’s Auto Repair give a few reasons […]




What’s The Secret To Making A Car Really Last?

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Blog,Car Maintenance Tips / December 10, 2018

Think that conducting annual car maintenance is all you need to do in order to ensure that your vehicle stays reliable? Think again! Here are the real secrets behind making a car last: Make Regular Visits to Your Car Mechanic  It is recommended that you take your car to a reputable car mechanic every 3 […]




Tips for Avoiding the Traffic This Holiday Season!

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Blog / December 3, 2018

There is nothing that takes the merriness out of the Holiday season quite like having to endure heavy traffic day in and day out! Not only does it fray your, but also it can lead to a need for car repair services sooner rather than later. Traffic can lead to strain on your car engine […]




Signs That Your Power Steering System Is Failing – And What to Do About It

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Blog,Car Maintenance Tips / November 26, 2018

Think you may be in need of the expertise of a power steering repair professional? Then you should probably start to investigate power steering repair costs as well as getting quotes. Here are the main symptoms and signs that your power steering system is failing: Power Steering Fluid If ever you fear power steering failure, […]




Reasons Why Your Engine Light is on – and Why You Can’t Afford to Ignore it

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Blog,Engine Light / November 13, 2018

You are cruising along on your merry way – only to suddenly notice that your engine light is on. What could it mean? Is it something to worry about? Is it time to seek out an expert for auto repair services? We investigate below: A Problem with Your Oxygen Sensor While your car will not […]




Everything You Need in Your Auto Emergency Kit This Winter

Everything You Need in Your Auto Emergency Kit This Winter

Blog / November 6, 2018

When it comes to your car, it pays to be prepared! An emergency can happen at any time and, let’s face it, an emergency is always unexpected. In an effort to help you deal with any issue that comes your way, here is our take on the most essential items you need in your auto […]