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PRESS RELEASE Gainesville, Virginia — March 22, 2016 Winter is rough — on the skin, on the roads, but perhaps most especially on the cars on the roads. But it’s gone now, and for that northern Virginians rejoice; and for that, Gainesville’s premier auto center, Advanced Automotive, is offering three exciting maintenance specials to help drivers rid their rides of winter’s dirt and grime. Ensure prime vehicle performance through this season, and the next. As the weather grows warmer, northern Virginia is spending more time on the road; Advanced Automotive’s fuel injection service (at a low price of $59.95) is…
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Tax Refund On Car: Spend Your Tax Refund Well — On Your Car!
Great news! You’re getting a tax refund, and you’re dreaming of all the ways you can spend it: On a new spring wardrobe, on a trip, on a new gadget… or on your car. A recent poll suggested that as many as a third of American taxpayers intend to use at least part of their refund to repair, or to purchase a new car. We think this is a great idea. With the average refund this year projected to be around $3,000, what auto allocations make sense? Here are a few good choices depending on the size of your refund:…
read moreHighlights of Automotive Innovation at CES 2016
So there was this major trade show and conference that happened last week; everyone’s talking about it. Maybe you know it as the Consumer Electronics Show, but from what we saw (or well, read on Twitter — maybe someday Advanced Automotive will actually get to grace those hallowed halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center), the event might be better renamed the Great Automotive Technologies Show… then again, that doesn’t exactly have the same ring to it. Anyway. Let’s get back on track here. The 2016 Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2016) — held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada; this year,…
read more2016’s Most and Least Reliable Cars
Christmas has come and gone, and now — This is the season for car buying. As dealers work hard to clear the last of last year’s models off the lot, and look to get a jump start on sales numbers for the new year, prices are slashed and buyers like yourself are motivated to find the best deal on the most reliable car. But how will you know? Who can you trust to give you the straight skinny when it comes to new car reliability? Certainly not always the salesman, right. Well, in a word: Us. You can trust Gainesville’s…
read moreWhy Customers Trust Advanced Automotive -Gainesville Premier Auto Center
As Gainesville’s premier auto repair center, Advanced Automotive is honored to know that so many northern Virginians trust us with the vehicles they must trust to get from point A to point B. Our clients have that faith in us, and we work hard every day to ensure that the job is done right the first time. Advanced Automotive wants to thank you for all of the positive reviews. “[I] have used these guys twice now for towing cars. Both times they were fast, courteous and very helpful. They go the extra mile. Darryl helped me out today, and even…
read moreThe Great Motor Oil Debate: Synthetic or Conventional Oil
As presidential candidates — Democrat and Republican — rally and pontificate; as the race for the White House heats up and debates get heated, Gainesville’s premier automotive repair center is hosting a debate of its own. That is: The Great Motor Oil Debate Will you choose synthetic oil or conventional oil? Cast your ballot wisely. When it comes down to automotive repair and towing in Gainesville, Virginia, the choice is clear. The choice is Advanced Automotive.
read moreEnsuring Teen Driving Safety in Northern Virginia
Did you know that teenage drivers record the single highest number of automobile accidents, more than any other age group? That’s not to scare you as your child readies to take their driving test for the very first time this summer, but instead to help you better prepare them for the realities of the road, and driving in northern Virginia. Review the following safety tips with teen drivers: Don’t text and drive. Better yet, turn all cell phones off. Many studies have shown that the use of a handheld mobile device is the most dangerous form of distracted driving. Not…
read moreExclusive Summer Maintenance Specials in Gainesville, VA
Summer is the perfect time for a road trip. Take a second and imagine: The open road under your wheels The wind in your hair The music blasting Sounds a little like your idea of the perfect summer, doesn’t it? Well, imagine all that. And then imagine this: You’re cruising down the open road, singing along to whatever’s on the radio in that middle of nowhere Virginia town, and suddenly you hear “thump, thump thump.” Uh oh. Flat tire. Or maybe, the wind is blowing through your air because your car’s air conditioner stopped working 200 miles back. That doesn’t…
read moreEssential Summer Maintenance Tips in Northern Virginia
Where has the time gone? It seems just yesterday the good drivers of northern Virginia were concerned with winterizing their vehicles, and now: Memorial Day is upon us. That means barbecues, and tailgates, and summer vacation. And that’s not all it means: Collectively, cars and trucks account for nearly one-fifth of all U.S. emissions, emitting around 24 pounds of carbon dioxide and other global-warming gases for every gallon of gas. Some of this could be prevented if everyone kept their cars running efficiently. Summer means heat, and dust, and lots of stop-and-go traffic, all of which can take a hefty…
read moreWinter Auto Repair and Maintenance – Gainesville VA
With the winter months upon us, many wonder if their auto repair needs any additional servicing or maintenance. You may notice a difference in how your car sounds when idling, or how it starts in the cold morning or even the tire pressure fluctuations. Yes, winter car maintenance is key… not only to prevent problems but to keep little problems from becoming monstrous and expensive headaches. Rich White, executive director of the Car Care Council states, “Winterizing your vehicle before the temperatures drop is a wise idea. An investment of an hour or two to have your vehicle checked is…
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