Greenwood Village Auto Repair

  It seems like everywhere you go in the Centennial area you see custom wheels. Big trucks, little cars, mini-vans - it doesn't matter - are expressing themselves with custom wheels. Some Colorado auto owners want smaller tires and wheels - some want larger - and some want them enormous. So where do you start if you want new wheels? At Davis Automotive Repair, we suggest you start with your budget. We know, that sounds so practical. But if the look you're after goes beyond just new tires and wheels and enters into the world of suspension modifications, you need to be prepared for the additional cost.Let's start with something easy - you want to give your ride a unique look and the stock wheel size is just right for you. One of the concerns you will have is that the new wheels have the same offset as your vehicle factory wheels.Your tire and wheel professional at Davis Automotive Repair in Centennial can help you find the right size wheel or install adapters to make your ... read more

It's important for Centennial drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery – hot or cold Colorado weather. Most Centennial area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. However, heat does more damage to a battery than cold. Truth is, our batteries start to die a little from day one. Keeping a full charge slows the process, which is hard with short Centennial trips because the alternator doesn't have time to fully recharge the battery from starting the engine. Centennial drivers can top off the charge with a computer controlled battery charger – say, once a month in the summer and every three months during the winter.As far as how long a battery will last, statistics show that 70% have given up the ghost within four years. By that time, they aren't capable of taking a full charge like they ... read more

Most Centennial auto owners want to save on gas and seek our advice on improving economy. At Davis Automotive Repair, we are frequently asked, however, if it is really worth the extra effort. Just how much money can Centennial drivers actually save?In today's Davis Automotive Repair article, we're focusing on the things you can do to improve your vehicle’s economydriving around Colorado. We'll tell you the potential savings per gallon of gas at $3.50, and we'll show a chart that also shows the savings at $3.00 and $4.00.   DOLLARS PER GALLON $3.00 / $3.50 / $4.00 TUNE UP 4%.12.14.16 The next item is replacing a clogged engine air filter. Your engine needs enough air to burn fuel efficiently for the best mileage. A clean air filter means you get plenty of air. The fact that the air's clean protects your engine. That can save you up to 10 percent or 35 cents a gallon.   DOLLARS PER GALLO ... read more

Since driving requirements and lifestyles differ among Centennial drivers, your vehicle manufacturer publishes two auto maintenance schedules: the regular schedule and the severe service schedule. Which schedule should Centennial drivers follow? Here are some questions to ask yourself:Are most of your trips less than four miles/six kilometers around Centennial?Are most of your trips less than 10 miles/16 kilometers in below-zero Colorado temps?Are most of your trips off-highway in Colorado?Do you drive often in dusty Centennial areas?Do you regularly tow a trailer or carry heavy loads around Centennial?Do you drive in very hot or very cold Colorado weather?Think about your typical week. Do you live by your nearest Centennial on-ramp and enjoy a non-stop commute? Or, do you drive the neighborhood car pool in stop-and-go traffic on Centennial surface streets? Let's suppose your owner's manual says the severe service oil change recommendation is 3,000 miles ... read more