KANSAS CITY AND OVERLAND PARK AUTO REPAIR

Parents, do you want to know what the best cars to buy for your graduate are? If you want to truly give your child something special, do your research and find a vehicle that is best suited for their needs. To help move along the car-buying process, we have created some helpful guidelines to consider when buying a car and have included a short list of some of the best cars to buy on the market. What Are the Best Cars to Buy for Grads? As a parent, it is important to take into consideration a few safety factors that will impact your graduate’s driving experience. When it comes to the safety of your child, you do not want to take any risks. A safe car is one of the best cars to buy for your graduate, so make sure to take note of the following things: 1. Teens are accident-prone. According to government officials, they are nine times more susceptible to crash than middle-aged men. The c ... read more

You know you’ve done it: one day you’re driving around, minding your own business, and you realize your “Check Engine” light is on. But since you don’t hear any noises, see smoke, and your tire hasn’t fallen off you pretty much ignore it. Right? This isn’t uncommon. Most drivers react to a car problem when it actually becomes a problem. But the Check Engine light is there for a reason. Car MD tracks car repair reports and has compiled what they call a Vehicle Health Index. One of the things they track is the dreaded Check Engine light and they’ve broken down the most common causes. 9.34% : Replace O2 Sensor-the O2 sensor monitors the unburned oxygen in your exhaust and if the problem isn’t resolved it can lead to as much as a 40% reduction in gas mileage. 9.28%: Loose Fuel Cap-this is the prob ... read more

When you get that shiny new car you may not be thinking of keeping good, detailed maintenance records. But at some point you’ll want to sell it to get another shiny new car and these records will go a long way toward getting the best price for sale or trade-in. And if you’re looking for a good used car asking for the owner’s record scan save you time and money. It’s not a hard job but it should be done well. A simple little notebook will do just fine or there are record books available just for this purpose. They’ll have dividers for specific records and may make it easier. Either way it should contain a number of items. Record your vehicles vital info such as make, model, insurance information and vehicle identification number or the VIN. Keep detailed info on gas mileage starting at purchase. A decrease in gas mileage will be a good indication of any emerging maintenance issues that yo ... read more

Wiper blades are one of the most important parts of your vehicle. But in spite of this, many car owners pay little or no attention to these essential components and are unknowingly putting themselves at risk. If these devices aren’t functioning properly when there is snow, rain, or dirt on your windshield, your vision could be seriously obstructed, and that’s dangerous! Sallas Auto Repair wants our customers to stay safe, so next time you’re servicing your vehicle, remember to tend to your windshield wipers. Why Take Care of Wiper Blades? For you to have good vision while driving on the road, wiper blades have to be operating well. You should be able to navigate in bad weather conditions such as heavy rain, fog, or snow, but this is only possible if your wiper blades are well-kept and checked frequently. How to Maintain Wiper Blades 1. Check the Wipers First, make sure the arms of the wipers are ... read more

You know the feeling. You’re driving home in the rain. Maybe you just dropped off your kid at college, or you are returning from vacation. Another ten miles to go, that’s it. You are almost there when, suddenly, your car’s Check Engine light flickers on the dash. At Sallas Auto Repair, we know that sudden feeling of panic that strikes in this situation. Do you need to make an immediate trip to an auto shop? If you arm yourself with the facts about Check Engine lights, this doesn’t have to be a scary situation. Fortunately, we’ve got the scoop on what this engine light means and the telltale signs of when you need to visit a professional. What Does It Mean? This Check Engine light could be an indication of something small or it could mean trouble. The problem is, you just don’t know. Your Check Engine light is your car’s way of telling you it may need a visit to an auto shop. Something has gone wrong ... read more