Advantage Automotive
511 PAISANO ST NE ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87123 | 505.298.4996

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Steamed Up (Vapor Coming Out of Vents)

Sometimes you may notice a little steam or vapor coming out of your vehicle's vents when running the air conditioning or heater.  Is this something about which you need to worry? The answer is i...
Published on: Dec 22, 2024

Finding Vehicle Recall Information in ALBUQUERQUE

No matter how well they’re made, vehicles will have design or manufacturing problems.  And when the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the manufacturer to issue a r...
Published on: Dec 20, 2023

Deciphering the Menu Board: A to Z

You may not be familiar with all of the items on your ALBUQUERQUE auto service center's menu board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed. Remember, the bo...
Published on: Nov 21, 2023

A Few "Key" Facts (Ignition Key Issues)

You expect your key to turn in your vehicle's ignition.  But sometimes it won't, and that's a problem, whether you're trying to start your vehicle or trying to leave it.  Several things can...
Published on: Sep 25, 2023

Prevent Costly Repairs

You’ve probably seen auto parts delivery trucks in ALBUQUERQUE making their rounds. Every part has a story behind it. Unfortunately, some of the stories are tales of repairs that could have been...
Published on: Sep 10, 2021

The Smell of Danger (What Causes Gasoline Odors)

A driver recently noticed that her garage had begun to smell like gasoline after she parked her vehicle inside. Her Check Engine light had also just come on. This was something she'd never experienced...
Published on: Aug 07, 2021

Certified Technicians

Today’s vehicles are rolling computer networks with multiple processors, sensors, and miles of wiring. The mechanical elements from the suspension to the engine valve train are extremely sophist...
Published on: Jun 06, 2021

Distracted Driving

When asked, most people think they are good at multi-tasking.  Scientific studies, however, reveal that only around 2% of the population can truly demonstrate the capacity to effectively multi-ta...
Published on: Dec 15, 2020