Steve's Mobile Auto Care

He’s absolutely right — get that salt rinsed off your undercarriage or your vehicle could start to rust like the ones up north.

PSA if you live in Texas: Have you driven around at all this week? Get your car washed, or at least rinse it off thoroughly soon.

The brine solution that was sprayed *everywhere* to try to prevent ice development on roads is corrosive for the metal components of your vehicle. It can lead to rust development especially underneath your car where there isn't a protective layer of paint.

Get everything rinsed off on your own or run it through the carwash if you can.

Just discovered how to find reviews on here and went back and thanked all of you nice folks. Thanks for the excellent feedback!

For my customers in the music industry: I don't post much on here, but I wanted to take a minute and remind you to take the Greater Austin Music Census. It's going to help everyone get a better idea of what you need, so the people that want to help you can do it. I hear about how hard it is for you just from working on your vehicles, so I'm sure there's more for you to tell. Anyway, answer their questions so you can get more support!

https://www.austinmusiccensus.org/

Greater Austin Music Census “Musicians, venue owners, educators, technicians, and promoters are all part of our music ecosystem and are collectively the people that make us the live music capital. We need to support and protect these people in order to strategically sustain our music economy. The Greater Austin Area Music Ce...

Parts are hard to find these days! We’re being as resourceful as possible and have multiple vendors, but what’s described in this article is absolutely hitting the auto repair industry. It might take a few days to get parts for your job, but we’re powering through. 💪🏻

The World Is Still Short of Everything. Get Used to It. Pandemic-related product shortages — from computer chips to construction materials — were supposed to be resolved by now. Instead, the world has gained a lesson in the ripple effects of disruption.

Another round of recerts completed. ASE Certifications are one way you can tell whether mechanics know what they're doing. Master Automobile Technician status requires passing all eight levels and retesting every five years throughout your career.

Tis the season for squirrels in car engines — they nest in there to have their babies, like this one we found today. Fortunately, mama had moved the baby by the time we came back with parts. Check out the link for expert advice on what to do if you find squirrels in your engine compartment.

https://www.torontowildlifecentre.com/wildlife-emergency-rescue-hotline/conflicts-with-wildlife/common-squirrel-problems/squirrel-in-your-car-engine/

Not sure who scared who more! Was called out to get this vehicle running that’s been sitting for two years. It’s common for critters to nest in engine compartments over time, but they usually skedaddle before I get this far into it. Don’t worry, the squirrel couple took off for a safer spot before I fired the engine!

As folks try to get back on the roads after this weather disaster, we’re expecting a lot of no-starts and other vehicle problems. We’ll be working as much as possible to get you running again, and remember, we come to you. Call 512-799-4831 and we’ll respond ASAP!

Pandemic note: Auto repair is considered an essential service, so we will continue to serve customers in need of repairs for no-start, no-run, or safety components like brakes, steering, or suspension. To keep this to essential needs only, we will hold off on routine maintenance until the shelter-in-place is lifted. We are already practicing social distancing and sanitizing door handles, steering wheels, gear shifters, keys, etc., as well as sanitizing our hands, and will continue to do so. Payment should be made digitally to avoid exchanging checks or cash. We will continue to work as long as parts are available and we remain well/symptom-free.

Vacations are done, school's back in ... time to handle those vehicle repairs & maintenance you put off over the summer. Let us take some to-do's off your list!

Well now you know! 💡 This article also has a link to the meaning of 15 different dashboard lights and which ones mean “Call Steve” 😉

The Reason Why Your Car Window Is Edged With Tiny Black Dots Those little polka dots circling your windshield might be easy to miss, but they actually serve a few crucial functions.