Vancouver Automotive Blog

RIP Carroll Shelby RIP Carroll Shelby

We'll miss you!Last night, at Baylor Hospital, located in Dallas, the legendary icon passed away. Our condolences to his family and friends. Mr Shelby, you’ll be forever missed!  Read More →

Updates from Andu & Victoria Keddis Updates from Andu & Victoria Keddis

Andu and Victoria in Croatia Happy April Everyone! Andu and I were talking and realizing a whole year has come and gone and we wanted to let you know that we miss you! With that being said though, life is pretty great. This... [More...]

May Tip of the Month May Tip of the Month

wash your car often coming in to the spring.  After washing the exterior, take the time to thoroughly rinse wheels from the front and back . Even rinse out the wheel wells, and even under the car and behind the bumpers. this... [More...]

April Tip of the Month April Tip of the Month

In the Vancouver area, we recommend, snow tires should be removed by the end of April.  Snow tires can be expensive, protect your investment .  Snow tires will wear faster than you your regular tires because they are... [More...]

Safety for Pedestrians Safety for Pedestrians

Motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians are becoming more and more frequent.  Drivers are becoming more distracted when they’re driving.  Even with the ban of cellphone usage while operating a vehicle, how... [More...]

Snowfall Warning for Vancouver Snowfall Warning for Vancouver

It’s official, the Weather Network ans announced that Metro Vancouver should be ready for snow.  Five centimeters of it! Here is the link:   http://www.theweathernetwork.com/alerts/wwcabc0018/bc  Read More →

Ootmar is a “Best of the City” Award Winner! (Best Auto Repair & Service) Ootmar is a “Best of the City” Award Winner! (Best Auto Repair & Service)

2012 Best of the City   We’ve done it again!   We want to thank everyone for voting for us, we really appreciate the support!  We strive to treat everyone truthfully, fairly and the way we expect to be treated. ... [More...]

Winter Driving Tip Winter Driving Tip

The “horrible” winter that we’ve been warned about is finally here.  With threats of snow storms, how do we prepare for driving in these conditions?  There are a few little things that can help you... [More...]

January Tip of the Month January Tip of the Month

Snow is on the way! Make sure you clear off any snow and/or frost from the windshield wipers BEFORE turning on your wiper blades.  Failing to do so can cause extensive damage to the wiper system.  Also, make sure... [More...]

Winter Weather Warning Winter Weather Warning

With the new winter weather warning in effect, it’s important to be prepared for the unexpected.  The extra weight with full tank of gas always helps.  Make sure that you’ve also got a pair of gloves, a blanket,... [More...]

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