Automotive Industry News & Information - Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair, LLC

Fuel economy isn't far from the minds of our Santa Rosa drivers and we hear these questions daily such as: Why can certain cars zip along at close to 40 mpg while others are lucky to get anywhere near 20? As it turns out, there are as many factors that go into how well your ride does at the pumps! Here are the 10 factors that have the greatest impact on fuel consumption that we would like to share with you.

Did you know that airbags weren't mandatory safety equipment in passenger vehicles until 1997? Now, you'll find them in well over 100 million cars and trucks on the road. Since their invention, airbags, along with the seat belt, have played a major role in reducing the number of injuries and deaths in traffic collisions.

“Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

There are a few things that matter when mounting new tires on your truck or commercial vehicle. First, you want it done right. Second, you want it done fast. For both, Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA has you covered. We've been trained to do it right the first time and make sure you're satisfied.

There are multiple types of tires on the market for almost every car, truck, or SUV. Once you decide it's time to replace your tires, the choice can be overwhelming. The type of tire you want depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you drive. At Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, our technicians have been trained to help you make that choice. Here’s a short rundown of common street tires that will suit your needs.

Travelling can be difficult, and traveling can be fun. The difference usually comes down to how much preparation you do in advance, and how many unplanned obstacles you meet along the way. A great way to avoid setbacks, mishaps, and stressful situations is to make sure your car, truck, or SUV is ready to hit the road. Here are some important points to check before travelling, from Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA.

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

When you are having trouble with your car or truck starting and you open the hood up to take a peek to see this....you'll see what an overly corroded battery looks like. This happens naturally over time on vehicle battery terminals. If you are like 99% of normal Santa Rosa drivers, you don't check your oil or your battery so you don't keep an eye on the amount of corrosion that's building up on your car or truck battery. Here at Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair, we do and there are solvents that we can use here in the shop during a battery maintenance service that will help slow the corrosion process but nothing that can prevent it 100%. Way before it gets to this point, we will be suggesting you consider replacing the battery.