Silicon Valley Auto Repair

As we continue to live in this COVID-19 altered world, we are taking time to honor and recognize our nurses on National Nurses Day Wednesday May 6th. A brief history of the beginning of National Nurses Day. It was officially recognized by the US Congress and signed into law by President Ronald Reagan in 1982. Although that is the official “beginning” of National Nurses Day in the US, it took many years to get that official designation. National Nurses Day was actually the brainchild of Dorothy Sutherland, an employee of the U.S. Department of Health. She sent a letter to President Dwight Eisenhower in 1953 proposing for a National Nurses Day. Although an official proclamation was not made, people began celebrating National Nurses Week on their own the very next year. It took another 20 years to have any official designation as President Nixon proclaimed Nation Nurses Week beginning in 1974. Then in 1981, New Mexico nurses initiated a resolution to declare May 6th National ... read more

Every driver relies on their brakes to stop and slow down when they need to on the road. A proper working brake system is vital to your safety, and understanding when you might have a brake problem is important. Whether you notice a strange noise or your brakes don't work like they used to, be aware of how your brakes perform that way you can easily identify when an issuing is occurring.  The brake system is hydraulic, which means that it uses high-pressure fluid to operate. The main components of the brake system that need to be maintain in order to avoid brake issues from occurring are the brake pads, rotors, calipers, and fluid. Next, let's take a look at some of the most common issues that can occur and how to recognize when they are happening.  A metal to metal grinding noise, less effective brakes, and squealing sounds can all indicate brake pad issues. Brake pads do wear down overtime and will need to be replaced periodically.  A pulsating brake pedal o ... read more

We all know that car care is the last thing on most people's minds right now. A lot of people aren't driving their vehicles due to Stay At Home or other social distancing orders. So the question is: Should I put off my car maintenance? According to industry experts, you may be doing more damage than good. Letting your car sit idle can cause many problems. Rich White, executive director at the non-profit Car Care Council says, "Just as it is recommended that people stay active during this time of social distancing, your car should get some activity as well. If your vehicle sits too long, the battery could die, the tires can develop flat spots and the engine oil may start to deteriorate."  White recommends to take short solo drives once a week and doing other car care to help keep your vehicle running efficiently and safely.  If your vehicle is going to sit for a long period of time, you should moni ... read more