Category: Auto Repair

Is This Why Your Check Engine Light Is On?

June 15th, 2019 by

Common Causes You start your vehicle up to find the dreaded moment has come. Your check engine light is on and you have no clue why. First, don’t panic! Your automotive support team at Rizzoli’s Automotive in Santa Maria, California is here for you! Our technicians have a great idea of the common causes of

Why Transmissions Fail

May 15th, 2019 by

Do you need transmission repair in San Luis Obispo, California? Or maybe you are just wondering what to prepare for in case your vehicle’s transmission ever fails. Rizzoli’s Automotive has created a list of common transmission problems and the services you can get to prevent them to help you better understand the gear shifting mechanism

Your VW Service Team

March 28th, 2019 by

We Are VW Specialists Rizzoli’s Automotive in Santa Maria, California specializes in Volkswagen repairs and services. As your expert VW service team, we want to share what we know will help your vehicle perform at its best, no matter what model or how many miles it has! If you recently purchased a VW and are

Check Engine Light FAQ

March 26th, 2019 by

Common Questions & Answers You turn your vehicle on, put it in drive and head down the road when — uh oh — the check engine light is on! Fearing that something may be wrong with your vehicle, you start to panic. This is the same story for many drivers when they notice their check

Does Your Vehicle Need a Transmission Repair?

December 31st, 2018 by

Short answer? Yes. The transmission system in your vehicle plays a crucial role in the overall performance. Designed to be quick and responsive, the transmission system is responsible for changing the gears in your vehicle. For automatic drivers, it’s the reason you’re able to move it forward, back, and keep it still. For manual drivers,

Check Engine Light 101

December 28th, 2018 by

What Does it Do? Simply put, the check engine light is a warning. It informs drivers that something is beginning to malfunction within their vehicle and if not promptly taken care of, can cause serious damage. Although many people see the light and think that their vehicle is in imminent danger, the reality is that

Why Your Brakes are Important

December 26th, 2018 by

Signs You Need a Brake Repair When it comes to the variety of safety features that are installed in your vehicle, nothing is more directly responsible for your safety than your vehicle’s braking system. Built to be strong and responsive, the brakes help your vehicle slow down and stop. In serious situations, it can even

Do You Need Transmission Repair?

December 24th, 2018 by

Signs That It’s Time Out of the variety of systems and functions in your vehicle, the transmission system ranks among the most important. Responsible for changing the gears in your vehicle, it’s the reason why you are able to place your vehicle in “Park” and “Drive.” For manual drivers, it has the added benefit of

Understanding the Check Engine Light

December 21st, 2018 by

Small Light, (Potentially) Big Problems When it comes to the variety of warning signals that are found in your vehicle, nothing creates more stress for drivers than the check engine light. What’s stressful about this small light is not the indication that something’s wrong, it’s the lack of context it provides. Unless you have an

Car Care Tips

October 30th, 2018 by

Car Care Tips Here are some of the things you can do to ensure improved gas mileage for your car: Driving Habits Keep your car clean. Mud on the undercarriage can weigh a significant amount and slow you down. Consolidate your daily trips and errands. This will also save you the cost of restarting your

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