3 Top Signs To Replace Your Brakes

MichaelAutomotive Advice

changing out brakes and rotors

Is it time to replace my brakes yet? It seems like it’s been quite a long time since I replaced them. We’ve seen various blogs suggesting brakes should be replaced. Here’s 3 tips to know when It’s Time To Replace Your Brakes.

When to Replace Brake Rotors

MichaelAutomotive Advice

It’s not uncommon for people to ask this question. Largely,  because there are some that won’t allow you to replace your brakes without replacing your rotors simultaneously. And, their explanation never seems to sit right with the customer.  Here’s a couple tips to help you know when it’s time to replace your rotors.

Live Virtual Mobile Tech Training

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Live Virtual Mobile Tech TrainingATTEND FREE FOR A LIMITED TIMEAutoZone offers training designed to help keep our team on top of our gam. Courses cover a wide variety of topics and experience levels. From technical training to shop management training, these course offerings are relevant to today’s technician covering new developments in the automotive industry. Training courses are developed by … Read More

What’s in Your Tool Box

MichaelAutomotive Advice

If you don’t know a mechanic’s tool box is somewhat different that what they might have in their shop. It’s more portable and basic. We can’t carry pneumatic tools…it’s cumbersome, there’s no electricity and it’s heavy. Battery powered impact drills have taken the place of the pneumatic wrench, for the most part anyhow. The most popular impact wrench…from what I can see…seems to be Milwaukee’s 18 and 24 impact wrench. These small strong tools fit easily into smaller tool box, tote or bag…and back up batteries are cake to carry too.

Take Care of Your Car so It’ll Take Care of You

MichaelAutomotive Advice

I’m constantly amazed at the lack of care car owners give. Where’s the love? One would think that a person would put more care into something that they pay so much money to acquire. Believe it or not good car care, can save your hundreds, even thousands, of dollars over the life of your car. Sure things break unexpectedly, or … Read More

Auto Monkey Welcomes its First Female Mechanic

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Auto Monkey, is excited to announce its first female mechanic. Allison Sikes has opted to join the Auto Monkey network of mobile mechanics. Working in the Waco, Texas area, she’s been a serious mechanic for the last 10 years now, and handles all sorts of repair work, including full engine rebuilds. A long way from her “barely being able to … Read More

Our Commitment to Safety

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Everything seems to be upside down. Business and people have changed this year. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID‑19) situation and are taking steps to help keep those that rely on our platform safe. We all play a role in helping keep each other safe. That’s why as part of our Safety Standard, mobile auto technicians are required to … Read More