Five Star is honored to be sponsoring a team at this year’s Placer County Relay for Life race and fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. As a devoted friend and Medical Assistant (M.A.), Edward has experienced first-hand the impact and devastation Cancer can have on patients and their families. He was kind enough to share his story with our team, and…
Wax is “Sunscreen” for your paint. I am asked all the time, “Does my car need wax?” Vehicles that have good paint should always have protectant on them. Having protectant on your paint works to protect the paint in the same way that sunscreen can protect your skin. Not only does it protect your paint from sun damage but it…
As the weather warms, and tax returns begin to burn a hole in many people’s pockets, buyers begin searching for a reliable used car. You can get ahead of the curve by following Five Star’s steps to easily and professionally sell your car. Now is the perfect time to get your ride ready for sale, especially if you’re planning on…
Certified vs. Un-Certified Automotive Technicians Certified Automotive Technicians are held to measurable and strict standards in their line of work, and they are accountable to those standards individually. As their employer, Five Star is also dedicated to upholding those standards of practice. Certified Technicians undergo regular training and are always updating their knowledge base in order to keep their…
Happy Holidays! Did you know Thanksgiving is the busiest travel day of the year?! Yes, that’s right it beats all of the other lovely holidays throughout the year. In fact, around 47 million people travel for this wonderful day, and more than 89% of them are on the roads! We want all of our family, friends and customers to be…
We are in the full swing of fall and the temperatures are dropping! Pretty soon, the Sierra Nevadas will be covered in snow and we will have frequent rainy days. It is especially important to make sure your car is fully prepared for the season change, for both your safety and the functionality of the vehicle. But, rest assured by…
This past Saturday Five Star Auto Center had the honor to be a sponsor and a part of the Rocklin Chamber of Commerce’s 24th Annual Hot Chili Cool Cars event in our local community. Five Star’s owner, Jim Sperlazza, and our general manager, Kieran Griffin were both judges for events. It was a fun, amazing day and we are already…
It might be time for back to school, but in the valley, August can still feel like the peak of summer, so it’s important to make sure your car is in tip top shape inside and outside. Five Star Auto Center is all about the best tips and tricks to keep your car well maintained and spotless. Below, we…
Sure, you can get your car washed at many places – the gas station in the touchless car wash machine (we know kids love those and the pretty, unicorn colors!), doing it yourself at home, or taking it to other local car wash places. But those alternatives may not offer the same benefits as Five Star’s Hand Wash.
It’s summertime and what better time to take a road trip with your friends or family?! Maybe head up to the mountains to escape the recent heat wave or drive down to Southern California for everything from the beaches to Disneyland. Roll down the windows, blast the music and stop to admire the beautiful scenery. Hey, even take a quick…
