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San Marcos mechanic repairs ‘Mobility Van’ free of charge
Service Pros Automotive installs new catalytic converter for Chula Vista man suffering from rare muscle disease. SAN MARCOS, Calif. — When a Chula Vista man battling a rare muscle disease got ripped off, CBS 8 jumped into action. In this Zevely Zone, I have the feel-good follow-up. How many times have I said it? People in San Diego County are the best. “Yeah, it’s too much handle you know,” said Tom Lukasiewitz who told us last week about how thieves stole the catalytic converter off his mobility van. “It’s bad enough I have this muscle disease, but you took my ability to get to places that need to go, and…
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How to Choose a Mechanic for Auto Repair and Service
by: Better Business Bureau Posted: Mar 25, 2023 / 11:20 AM CDT Updated: Mar 26, 2023 / 06:23 AM CDT The cost of owning a car does not stop with buying the car. Whether for an oil change or needed repairs, you need to find a trustworthy mechanic or auto shop. Better Business Bureau has tips to help you find the right shop and ensure a smooth experience when looking for an auto mechanic or repair shop: BBB Consumer Alerts: How to Choose a Password Manager Do your research. Ask friends and family for mechanics they trust. If you need major repairs, you may want to find a dealer or repair shop…
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5 Things to Never Do to a Car, According to a Mechanic
Taking care of your car can be tricky. Proper maintenance can help your vehicle last longer and result in saving money by not having to cough up big bucks for repairs or a new car altogether. Not everyone understands the inner workings of a car, though, and some of us can’t tell a piston from a pizza. Audra Fordin, a fourth generation mechanic and owner of Great Bear Auto Repair in Queens, New York, created the nonprofit Women Auto Know to empower women when it comes to taking care of their cars. If you’re looking to find ways to help your ride last longer, Fordin has some, ahem, engine-ious ways…
