Kansas City Auto Repair

Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash 10 Signs Your Vehicle Needs Car Maintenance  We know that it may seem biased for us to talk about how important it is to get your vehicle checked out often, but hear us out–we’ve seen some things here at Brookside “66” Service. We understand where our customers are coming from, too. Life is busy, sometimes things are chaotic, and it’s easier to turn the radio up when you hear your car making some kind of strange sound than to figure out what it is.     However, you mustn’t ignore the signs that your vehicle needs some servicing. If you’ve noticed any of the ten following warning signs that your vehicle needs maintenance, it may be time to see your mechanic.    Your check engine light comes on. The check engine light, like the Bat Signal, is an important indicator of trou ... read more

Photo by Camylla Battani on Unsplash How to celebrate this 4th of July with your family July 4th is around the corner, so it is time to celebrate Independence Day with your family and friends. You might be considering traveling for this special occasion or probably spend it at home with your family.    Get ready to celebrate summer's most popular holiday with friends and family. This month's blog will share a list of ideas on how you and your family can celebrate independence day together! Whether or not you want to travel.  Ways to celebrate the 4th of July See a firework show: The most traditional celebration for this holiday is going out with your family and friends to appreciate the firework show. Tak ... read more

Photo by Rajiv Bajaj on Unsplash   Take care of your vehicle during the hot seasons.  Driving during the hot summer months can cause a little stress to your vehicle, and to prevent it from breaking down in the middle of the road or getting damaged due to the hot weather, we will share some tips on how you can take care of your vehicle during the hot season.    Whether you’re just driving to the store down the road or taking a trip, you’re risking the possibility of breaking down if you don’t follow the instructions below.    Tips to take care of your vehicle   Test the air conditioning from your vehicle before it gets too hot outside: There can’t be anything worse than driving in th ... read more

Photo by vitavalka on pixabay   Get Your Vehicle Ready for Spring Break  Here are Brookside 66, we love a good road trip. The great American spirit of Route 66 inspires us. That’s why it’s our namesake and the energy we hope our shop embodies. Spring break is just around the corner, and Spring weather is (hopefully!) here to stay. With warmer days making that weekend get-away possible, you’ll need to make sure your vehicle is ready.  Check Before You Go  Filling up at the gas station is just the tip of the iceberg for vehicle preparedness. When you’re headed out for a road trip, you need to check: Your tires. Check for tire pressure and traction. If you’re headed somewhere that has snowy April, or if we’re expecting some snow in the forecast (as Missouri tends to surprise us sporadic ... read more

Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash   Creating a New Year's resolution can help you become the person you aspire to be, and on this month's blog, we will explain to you the importance of having a New Year's resolution. It is hard to believe that Christmas is over already, and we have to focus on the year ahead!    Have you thought about what habits you want to cultivate this new Year in order to become a new and better person? Here are three reasons why creating a New Year's habits resolution is essential.    It will help you become who you want to be: Maybe you want to become a healthier and active person? Then setting up a new resolution of walking every day or eating more vegetables can all ... read more