Northern VA Auto Repair

This holiday season, consider spreading the joy of car-themed adventures by donating these exciting toys for Toys for Tots! Gifts can be donated at our Ashburn and Sterling locations.  1. Hot Wheel ... read more

Get rid of corrosion on brake components and restore brake function! Brake system maintenance is one of the most important services to perform on a vehicle. In just 30,000 miles, brake fluid can break down and become contaminated with corrosion and water condensation. This can lead ... read more

We can help remove and prevent deposits to maintain fuel economy and overall performance! Today's engines generate high heat and high pressure, conditions that can cause rapid accumulation of carbon deposits. These deposits are found on intake valves, fuel injectors, and in com ... read more

Let us restore your cooling system function to peak efficiency! A vehicle's cooling system is designed to manage the engine heat and maintain a consistently safe operating temperature. This service dissolves and removes accumulated deposits of rust, scale, and sludge in the coo ... read more

The Car Care Council designates the month of October as Fall Car Care Month, calling awareness to the importance of regularly scheduled preventative maintenance. With the seasons changing, this is an important time of year to stay ahead of the game and make sure ... read more

Before heading to Craftsman Auto Care for your VA State Inspection, use this checklist to visually assess the status of your vehicle! 1. Lights. Visually inspect all of the lights on your vehicle, including headlights, exterior lights, turn signals, and license plate lights. Make sure all are worki ... read more

Everything you need to know about your brake pads to keep you and your car safely on the road!What are Brake Pads? Brake pads are a key component of your vehicle's braking system. Made of steel that has a thick, friction material on one side - brake pads ... read more

School is back in session! Before you zip off on that college road trip or partake in those daily drop-offs, check out this back-to-school vehicle maintenance checklist to ace your first test of the year! 1. Tires. Feel confident with the state of your tires by paying special atten ... read more

Ever wonder how rising summer temperatures may be impacting your vehicle's performance? Here are five eye-opening things you may find your car doing in the summer and why: 1. Vehicle Dripping Water / Liquid. Many people are alarmed to see pools of water when parked or dripping ... read more

Keeping your car cool in the hot months is important for traffic in the DMV! Below are six possible reasons why your car's AC is blowing hot air! 1. Malfunctioning Electrical System Your vehicle's AC is electrically powered, so a malfunction in this system can cause it to blow hot air. If a ... read more