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California drivers may see emissions testing as a costly nuisance, but it’s in place for a good reason. While smog may not be bad in downtown Sacramento, it has long been a big problem in the Los Angeles area, with millions of cars, fog from the ocean and neighboring mountains trapping smog close to the ground. In 1943, Los Angeles was stricken with a smog so thick that residents believed they were under a chemical warfare attack by the Japanese! The state’s first serious attempts to address...

Drivers in the state of California are required to complete a biennial smog inspection in order to complete vehicle registration each year. Residents moving to California will also participate in required initial smog inspections even with proper inspections from former state of residency. Schedule an appointment with Auto Express in Sacramento, CA for trusted smog inspections, checks and repairs. Offering comprehensive auto repair and tire services, Auto Express is thrilled to assist customers...

Drivers in Sacramento, CA looking to improve vehicle safety this fall, stop by Auto Express for prompt and dependable auto repair that will keep your vehicle on the road this season. Servicing all makes, models and budgets, Auto Express is eager to show customers how routine auto repair can provide drivers both better handing and sounder peace of mind when traveling. Through simple auto repairs such as: brake repair, smog inspections and transmission repair, Auto Express of Sacramento, CA can en...

Like most auto repair and maintenance- brake complications are considerably easier to resolve when addressed at the beginning of the problem. However, many vehicle owners do not realize when signs of these problems begin to appear.

by: John Khoschcar     Another winter storm coming? Before you rush to the store for the last gallon of milk and loaf of bread, you’ll want to be sure your car is ready to battle the elements. Follow these tips before venturing out into the winter wonderland. Check your Cooling System. Have your mechanic check your hoses, belts and anti-freeze. A weakened hose or belt can break and leave you stranded, or a weak solution of anti-freeze can ice up and damage your cooling system. Hoses shouldn...

by: John Khoschcar     When your car's "Check Engine" light comes on, it's usually accompanied by a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. The light could mean a costly problem, like a bad catalytic converter, or it could be something minor, like a loose gas cap. But in many cases, it means at minimum that you'll be visiting your mechanic to locate the malfunction and get the light turned off. The Check Engine light, more formally known as the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL), is a signal...

by: John Khoschcar       This year you might resolve to fix your house, work out more, eat healthier, or go for that goal you’ve had your eye on for years. This year should also be the year that you resolve to fix or maintain your vehicle, lower your repair costs, lower your gas usage, and add a few years onto your trusted vehicle. With a few simple resolutions, you can keep your vehicle as happy and healthy as you strive to be this year.      This year, resolve to:      Keep up on your...

This press release recently went out for Auto Express: Auto Express Launches New Website by: John Khoschcar     Locally owned and operated Sacramento auto repair business, Auto Express, is pleased to announce the launch of their new website. The new customer-friendly website features online scheduling, quote requests, and a sleek new design. Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) – March 17, 2014 Locally owned and operated Auto Express launched its new website at http://autoexpresssacramento.com . The new cus...

by: John Khoschcar   Your cars transmission serves many purposes for your vehicle.  Aside from giving it the ability to maintain speeds and forward momentum, it also makes sure that you can stop, reverse, and idle properly. Dirty transmission fluid and higher than normal transmission fluid temperatures along with filter restriction are the number one causes of transmission failures.  This is why some manufacturers include a temperature warning light that appears on your dash when certain preset...