What’s in an Emergency Roadside kit?

If you are at all like a lot of the men I know, you don’t see the need.  If you are like the women I know you think no big deal I have AAA or some other roadside assistance program.  I am here to tell you that a roadside emergency kit is imperative!  I have AAA and many times I have needed to call them, however there have been multiple times when I have used my roadside kit and its contents instead. 

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Auto Repair and Cleanliness seem to be an oxymoron

Why is it that these two subjects, Auto Repair and Cleanliness, seem to contradict one another?  Not to mention, the fact that you are up against two opinions in regards to the subject.  The first is that if an auto repair shop is clean then they don’t repair autos well.  The second is that if they aren’t clean then they are disorganized and don’t care about your vehicle.  Now granted there are many variations on these two opinions but the fact is how do you rectify them?

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Automotive Repair & Maintenance Services in San Jose

Brake Noise? Rattling muffler? The air-conditioning is on strike again? Or just need general automotive repair/maintenance?  These are all problems that the professionals at B&C Auto Center San Jose are happy to solve for you.

Some of our auto repair services at a glance:

• Factory Maintenance Service
• Oil & Filter Change
• Brake Repair
• Pre-purchase Inspections
• Timing Belt Replacement
• Brake Service Repair 
• Tire Rotation
• Computer Diagnostic
• ABS Diagnostic and Repair
• Air Conditioning Service and Repair
• Engine/Transmission Diagnostic & Services
• Cooling System Maintainance (Radiators, Water Pump)
• Shocks and Struts
• Power Window Diagnostics & Repair
• Battery Service & Replacement
• Power Steering Repair
• Tune-ups and more

Also, when you bring your vehicle into B&C Auto, in addition to the initial work you requested, we will complete a 35-point courtesy vehicle inspection by one of our certified technicians. It is our goal to keep you well informed of your vehicle's condition and allow you the opportunity to have any potential problems repaired before they become more serious. We work on nearly every kind of vehicle (foreign and domestic) and we will keep all of your vehicles well maintained with a service tracking system that will make your life a little easier. We will have all of your vehicles' history at our fingertips so that whenever you have a question just give us a call. Need a ride? Just ask us for a shuttle and we will be happy to give you a ride back home or to work.

We are now a Jasper Engines and Transmissions Installer. This means we offer Re-manufactured Engines & Transmission from Jasper, a reputable company with over 65 years in business.  These engines and transmissions carry a 3 year 100,000 mile anywhere ins USA warranty* and are competitively priced!

Additional Auto Repair/Maintenance Services

Our many clients appreciate the special service we offer at B&C Auto Center. Thanks to our comprehensive services you can come to us knowing you are bringing your car to a trustworthy repair shop for any car repair problems. 

We would be glad to welcome you as a new client and convince you of our work.

• 24-Hour Acceptance
• Replacement Vehicle
• Free Shuttle
• Customer Referral Program
• Oil/Filter Service Rewards Program

Do you have any questions about our services? Please contact us - We look forward to hearing from you.

Address: 1850 Almaden Rd

San Jose, CA 95125

Email ID: Kristen@bcautocenter.com

Automotive Repair and the Basics

In all of marketing right now you hear the term “Back to Basics” or “Back to School Basics”  or something about narrowing down things to what you really “need” (need being relative).  Automotive Repair can be one of those purchases that is difficult to determine what is really basic or necessary.  There are so many confusing messages out there when it comes to Auto Repair and what is basic or common or needed and what is “fluff” or “up-sale” or “dishonest”.  If you are like me, not a mechanic and dependent on what your mechanic or shop tells you, then this question is even more difficult to answer. 
I think a lot of it depends on trust and mutual respect.  There is a balance between the shop owner/manager and customer that has to be present.  This balance comes from the realization that you both need each other.   You as the customer, more often than not, are not going to fix your own vehicle.  The shop owner/manager needs you and your business to keep him IN business. I realize that for the customer there are many choices available out there for automotive repair.  However finding someone with whom there is a mutual respect is not easy.  Also finding a shop with a good price and fit is also with that respect is even harder. That being said, when you do find the right shop rely on it for the answer to the “Basics” question.  A good shop will give you good advice and information. Their livelyhood depends on it! 
The Basics can mean different things to different people but I think that in auto repair there are a few basics that we can agree on.  The first is routine oil and filter changes.  These keep our car running at optimum performance and that helps with gas mileage and avoiding costly repairs.  The second is tires and brakes.  We need both of these routinely checked and repaired to be safe. Tires rotated and properly inflated help to maintain optimum gas mileage and keep you safe in diverse weather conditions.  Another basic is truly basic.  It is checking your fluid levels, like power steering, coolant etc.  These checks help to make sure that major damage doesn’t take place and cost you more.  One basic that ofter gets overlooked is wipers.  Wiper blades realistically need to be changed every year.   Changing weather from hot to cold cause the rubber on the blades to harden and crack and then their performance is compromised.  Compromised wiper performance means compromised vision which can lead to accidents.
I can tell you that I do not like to spend my money on auto repair but I would rather spend it on an oil change than engine over-haul.

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Address: 1850 Almaden Rd

San Jose, CA 95125

USA

Call Us: 408-267-1114

Email ID: info@bcautocenter.com