Your vehicle’s exhaust system is one of those things you don’t notice… until you do. Maybe you’ll smell leaking fluids. Or hear loud clicking and noises from the engine. Or see a billowing cloud of grey or green smoke lingering behind you on the road. When everything is working properly, you’ll hardly ever have a [Read more…]
Weird & Surprising Auto Laws
We’re all too familiar with parking and speeding tickets… but did you know it’s illegal to jump from a car going 65 mph in California? The auto repair experts at Tito’s Automotive are here to keep you informed and keep your vehicle safe – give us a call at 805.486.9025 for vehicle maintenance and stay safely on [Read more…]
EXTREME Road Conditions
Could your car handle these roads? Winter across the country brings unpredictable weather and potentially hazardous road conditions. To prepare your car for any road condition in Oxnard, CA, call our team of ASE-Certified auto technicians at 805.486.9025. While we prepare for the roads in our own town, we’re also taking a moment to consider [Read more…]
Putting together your Auto Emergency Kit
No matter how carefully you drive, emergencies happen. Whether it’s an inconvenient flat tire, a bad car accident, or unpredictable weather, the last thing you want is to be stuck unprepared, stranded on the side of the road. And while emergencies may be inevitable, you can be ready to handle common situations with an auto [Read more…]
Oil Change Basics – Different types of Motor Oil
Changing your vehicle’s oil is one of the most basic aspects of maintenance – every vehicle needs it regularly to continue to function properly. If you are setting up an appointment with your mechanic, chances are it’s to have your oil changed. But how much thought do you usually put into this process? Or, like many [Read more…]
The 5 Thanksgiving Travel Tips Every Driver Needs to Know
According to a 2012 AAA report, the number of Thanksgiving travelers has been steadily increasing since 2008. In fact, there were 43.6 million Americans traveling 50 miles or more during the Thanksgiving weekend, and 90% of those travelers (39.2 million) were making the trek by car. You can count on the roads throughout Oxnard to [Read more…]