anywhere from safety to long-term cost-effectiveness for your vehicle. Even drivers that don’t have much experience with car maintenance at all will find that some maintenance can easily be done at home. For the tricky or time-consuming tasks, simply drop off your car at a professional auto center in Rocklin for a tune-up before you hit the road. Before you…
While many of us keep our vehicle’s mechanics in good working order (with regular oil changes, routine tire care, and other scheduled maintenance) not enough of us give thought to our car’s exterior. Those of us that do give second thought to our car’s exterior may think waxing our vehicle is a special, occasional “treat,” rather than a part of…
Five Star Auto Center offers various detailing packages. We offer an interior detailing package, as well as complete detailing. Whether you’re tired of those stains on the carpet and seats, the pesky crumbs in that cup holder, or the damaging tree sap and swirl marks on the exterior of your vehicle, Five Star Auto Center offers a service to meet…
Vehicles are unpredictable machines. Even those with newer vehicles equipped with the latest technology. However, for vehicles to stay in top performance long term, it’s good to recognize that cars can be affected by weather changes. Winter is a particularly tough time of year for cars. Even for those living in sunny California, significant temperature changes can present issues. Here…
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…
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…
Owning a vehicle makes life so much simpler, until something goes wrong. There are many systems and components that require regular maintenance to ensure they are working optimally, because just one thing going wrong with your vehicle can cause all sorts of problems. It’s easy to lose track of when things need to be replaced. Most oil change shops will…
Driving in the winter can be quite a different experience than it is during the summer. Dealing with snow and ice on the roads makes things a bit more difficult, which is why having your vehicle prepared for the season is an important step that could help you better deal with hazardous road conditions. There are several things you can…
