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While selling your car and buying a scooter is not a very good idea, there are ways in which you can save money on gas. Groovy Automotive, your car repair service in Austin, offers ways in which you can save money by saving gas.

It is unfortunate that not all of the characters you encounter on the road are decent. In fact, many of them are downright rude, if not just plain nasty. It begs the question: Which type of driver are you? Groovy Automotive, your auto repair service in Austin, proudly presents this list of the types of drivers you encounter every day.

After reading about the horrible drivers you encounter on the road, it will be refreshing to learn about the decent drivers you encounter. Groovy Automotive, your car repair service in Austin, is happy to present you with the types of drivers we all hope to encounter on the road.

ask your spouse and your kids if they want to fly to Florida this summer or hop in the family vehicle and drive take the back roads to San Francisco, Portland or Boulder.If there are any objections, be sure to have them read this post. Groovy Automotive, your auto repair service in Austin, gives you some great reasons to take a road trip this summer.

A blown tire can ruin more than just your day. Tire trouble can cost you money, time, or even damage your vehicle. Sometimes there is no warning your tire is about to blow. Road debris can cause a sudden puncture and there won’t be much you can do, but most tire issues can be prevented with simple monitoring and maintenance.  Check out our list of basic tire maintenance below. Check Your Tire Pressure The PSI of your tires varies depending on the type of tire you have and the type of driving y...

It’s time to gear up for road trip season! Whether you are headed to the coast, on a cross-country road trip, or you’re off to the grocery store to prepare for a “staycation” at home, it’s always a good idea to have your car prepped with an emergency kit. When it comes to your car, the unexpected is bound to happen. Good drivers know this, embrace it and are prepared for anything that’s thrown their way! While you may not be able to prepare for all scenarios, there are a few good measures...

Bigger wheels and tires are a desirable upgrade for not only the off-road extremist but many everyday drivers as well. For example, you can go to Wal-Mart and count several SUVs in the parking lot with 20-inch rims because even “Glamma” wants to look cool. Tires can really make or break your vehicle in relevance to style and performance. Driving on bad tires can take a toll on your vehicle, and upgrading to new tires can make your vehicle drive like new again. When upgrading to bigger tires y...

Your child’s safety in the car heavily relies on them having the appropriate car seat or booster seat properly installed. Even if you are an expert driver with a clear driving history, you can’t stop other drivers from making poor decisions on the road. Correctly used child safety seats can reduce the risk of death by 71%, but half of all booster and car seats are not properly installed. To avert a tragic incident, make sure your kids are properly positioned in the appropriate seating. Follow...

Whether it’s the price of gas, the people you spend time with, or the level of satisfaction you have with your job, one thing in life is certain, things change. It may not be a surprise your vehicle, the way it works, and how much it costs has changed significantly over the years. But have you ever thought about how much tires have changed? Before air was introduced into tire designs, they were covered in wood, iron, solid rubber, and even leather. Although these weren’t the most shock absorb...

An emergency kit can be purchased at any auto parts store or online, but it’s just as easy to create your own. In fact, when you create your own, you know that you have everything you need in the event of a breakdown or other emergency. Groovy Automotive, your auto service in Austin, offers you a great list of things you should pack in your emergency kit.