Advanced Automotive Blog

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:…

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Automotive Innovation Stole the Show 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,…

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Consumer Reports: Lexus Is the Most Reliable Car for 2016

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 Chantilly’s…

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Chantilly’s Premier Auto Center Says, “Thank You for the Positive Reviews!”

As Chantilly’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…

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It’s the Great Motor Oil Debate: Who Wins Your Vote?

As presidential candidates — Democrat and Republican — rally and pontificate; as the race for the White House heats up and debates get heated, Chantilly’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 Chantilly, Virginia, the choice is clear. The choice is Advanced Automotive.

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Teens Driving in Northern Virginia? Review These Safety Tips.

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…

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Make Chantilly’s Premier Auto Center the First Stop on Your Summer Roadtrip

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…

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Summer is Coming to Northern Virginia: Will Your Car Be Ready?

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…

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Winter Auto Repair and Maintenance – Chantilly 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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Why Choose Mechanic Service over Dealership Service

This question is so frequently asked by car owners and oftentimes is not easy to answer as not every dealer and repair shop is made equal. As cars become increasingly more technically savvy, many would believe their dealer to be the expert on the parts needed and the equipment used. Sure, this might be true, and there once was a time that the dealership was your only option. But that’s not so anymore. As competition for work and maintenance on newer cars increases, your Chantilly auto repair shop has stepped up to the plate; we’re training our employees and updating…

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