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Sal's Auto Repair Tips: Is your vehicle ready for fall?

9/1/2022

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Sal's Auto & Truck Repair in Acton is gearing our customers up for fall & back to school - work season! Driving more these days?  Have a teen or 20 something driving to High School or taking a car back to College?  Need to service a light utility or work truck (we service many local service vehicles including our friends at Acton TV!).  Fall is the time to get your vehicle ready 4 fall & cooler weather driving season.

TIP: Did you know that car and auto warranty maintenance schedules are typically based on time OR miles? 

With the supply of new and pre-owned cars very limited (and $$ expensive) due to Covid-19  and supply chain issues, AAA recently reported that it is almost always less expensive to repair and service your existing  vehicle rather than buying new.  

Sal's Auto is committed to getting to maintaining & servicing our customers & neighbor's cars to keep their vehicles running efficient and safe on the road.  At Sal's Auto, we know from experience that regular car maintenance can reduce the need for costly repairs or vehicle breakdowns and tows down the road --resulting in lost time, money and inconvenience!  

Sal's performs a complimentary 60 point vehicle inspection with any oil change or auto service!

*A few  Car Care Tips at Sal's Auto  (including safety tips Jean often shared).
Schedule an appointment with a trusted auto mechanic and allow a few extra days before you need your car in case additional auto service repairs or parts are needed!*

​Here are 5 car care maintenance tips to keep your vehicle safe and reliable on the road this fall:
1.  Perform an oil change maintenance service and tire rotation
2.  Check your automobile tires and wheel tread for safe traction
3.  Check your vehicle brakes to for safe stopping and visibility

4.  Have your car battery tested to keep your vehicles starting – with colder temperatures on the way
                                 *Mention this blog post and Sal’s Auto will Test Your Battery for Free*  
5. Keep your headlights and windshield  wipers clear and well maintained for best visibility! 
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al's Auto & Truck Repair is proud to be a local family favorite choice for car care & auto service VOTED #1 Wicked Local best auto repair in Acton Boxborough Concord Maynard Stow and Middlesex West Boston area in 2019! 

Contact Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair at 978-263-2614 to get your vehicle ready for fall driving season!  
Have a happy Safe fall season from all of us at Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair Acton MA!

#backtoschool #oilchange  #carcare #ActonMA 

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Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair Supports Fall  AB In Control Teen Driver Training

9/20/2018

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Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair & our friends at Hansen Auto Body Acton MA proud to be among the local Acton community & business supporters of the AB In Control Teen Driver Safety Training Classes. Only $200 - Save $150. Many of Sal's Auto & Hansen customers & teen family members have taken the safe driver training!  Acton Boxborough  area families can enroll in the spring AB Drive In Control teen driver at a special discount **SPACE LIMITED*  for Nov 4 April 30 Classes & upcoming fall & winter sessions for Acton Boxborough MA Area families! For info & To Register Call In Control @ 978-658-4144 or Visit www.DriveInControl.org/AB
#DriveInControl #SalsAutoTruckRepair   #ActonMA  #Boxborough #drivesafe  #HansenAutoBody

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Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair Earns Angie’s List Super Service Award for 3rd Year in a Row, Voted #1 Auto Repair Shop in Acton MA & Boston Regional GOLD

5/8/2017

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Award reflects Sal’s Auto consistent high level of customer service
Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair in Acton MA has earned the auto repair service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of customer service to members of the local services marketplace and consumer review site in 2016. 



It was the third year in a row that Sal’s Auto received the coveted Award. This achievement is particularly significant as Angie’s List experienced unprecedented member growth in 2016. More than 1.6 million consumers, many of whom were eager to quickly hire highly qualified service pros, joined Angie’s List after the company added a new, free membership tier.

​“Companies that can meet higher demands without missing a beat in their exemplary performance standards truly do stand apart from their peers,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “Only a fraction of the auto repair & service shops in the greater Boston area were able to do it.”

Angie’s List Super Service Award winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade, and review period grade. The SSA winners must also be in good standing with Angie’s List, pass a background check and abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.
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 “Sal’s Auto is proud to receive the Angie’s List Super Service Awards for the 3rd year in a row, to be VOTED the #1 best Auto Service & Repair Shop in Acton MA, and to earn Regional GOLD in the Boston Metro West suburbs. These awards are particularly meaningful as we celebrate our 4th decade in business serving the Acton-Boxborough area. Special thanks to all our customers for trusting us with your auto service, repair & towing needs! “
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Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List as new, verified consumer reviews are submitted. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality.
 
For more than 21 years, Angie’s List restricted access to its verified reviews to consumers who paid membership fees. When the company removed that barrier, some companies worried that the new, non-paying members would not be as engaged as members of the past. Experience has shown, however, that these newly added members are just as engaged – across all age groups – as prior members. Also, because the company continues to adhere to its review verification process, there has been no degradation of review quality.
 
“The biggest change at Angie’s List is that we are connecting even more consumers to high quality service professionals,” Hicks said. “And that’s good for everyone.”
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 About Angie’s List:
Angie's List helps facilitate happy transactions between more than 4.5 million consumers nationwide and its collection of highly rated service providers in more than 720 categories of service, ranging from home improvement to health care. Built on a foundation of more than 10 million verified reviews of local service, Angie's List connects consumers directly to its online marketplace of services from member-reviewed providers, and offers unique tools and support designed to improve the local service experience for both consumers and service professionals.
 
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About Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair Acton MA:   SalsAutoTruckRepair.com
Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair – Local, Trusted, Quality, Family Owned & Run for 40 years
Sal’s Auto ASE Certified mechanics offer complete vehicle maintenance and auto repairs for cars, SUVs & light trucks from oil change service, new tires, tire rotations, computerized wheel alignments, engine repair, vehicle towing and more. Since 1976, Sal’s Auto has served Acton, Boxborough, Bolton, Chelmsford, Concord, Carlisle, Harvard, Littleton, Maynard, Stow, Westford MA and the Metro West Boston MA communities. For the 3rd consecutive year, Sal’s is the proud Winner of the Angie’s List Super Service Award & the Wicked Local Reader’s Choice Award for #1 Auto Service in Acton, MA and Boston Metro West GOLD. Sal’s Auto takes great pride in offering auto service you can trust - guaranteed.  Call Sal’s Auto at 978-263-2614 today for an appointment!


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AAA Ready for Spring Car Care & Safety Tips after Winter Snow & Ice                     #MASnow  #autorepair

2/22/2017

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Thanks to +AAA  New England for these Ready for Spring - end of Winter Car Care Maintenance and Rust Safety Tips. While the snow in Acton & Metrowest Boston will soon be a winter flashback, a Report from Triple A reminds motorists that Snow and ice and chemicals can cause car safety issues with your car systems. particularly with older vehicles.  Rust can cause damage to your car brakes, exhaust systems, fuel lines and more -- beyond the usual auto body & car paint rust issues our  friends next door at Hansen Auto Body Acton see!

In early spring, AAA recommends suggests having your car serviced and inspected by a trusted auto repair mechanic and including towing from Sal's Auto Acton Towing if needed.  Warning signs from winter and rust damage include vehicle car warning lights, spongey brakes and loud mufflers. Call Sal's Auto & Truck Repair to get your car serviced,  tuned up  and ready for spring!  Along with passenger vehicles and SUVs, Sal's Auto also services  light trucks including our many local snow plow truck friends who often 'meet-up' at Sal's Auto before and after storms!  
​See more Spring Car Care Tips after the Winter #MASnow and ice!
http://newsroom.aaa.com/2017/02/road-de-icers-cause-3-billion-annually-vehicle-rust-damage
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Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair Receives Local & Regional Auto Repair Service Awards:  #1 Best Auto Service in Acton MA & Metrowest Boston GOLD   #wickedlocalfavorites  #ActonMA

6/20/2016

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Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair thanks all of our customers, friends and neighbors for VOTING Sal’s Auto #1 Reader’s Choice for best Auto Repair Service in Acton MA &  Regional Metrowest Boston GOLD favorite Auto Repair Shop.  

Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair is honored to be awarded:
  • #1 Best Auto Repair Service in Acton MA – for trusted, quality auto repair, maintenance & vehicle towing services  
  • Regional #1 GOLD Award for Best Auto Repair Service in Northwest Boston, MA  - Acton, Boxborough, Chelmsford, Clinton, Concord, Harvard, Lincoln, Littleton, Maynard, Stow, Westford MA.

These Auto Service Awards mean a lot to Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair as we celebrate 4 decades of serving Acton Boxborough Metrowest Boston communities ,local  independent & family run since 1976.

Sal’s Auto is proud of its community outreach – with advertising dollars (AB School School activities, Booster Groups, local Non Profits) supporting the local Acton Boxborough communities where our customers live and work.

From Oil Changes to Brakes & Check Engine Repair, Tires & Towing service, thank you for trusting Sal's Auto for all of your vehicle service needs.  We look forward to helping keep your cars safe and reliable on the road this summer and fall.

We appreciate your business!
Sal & Jean Panetta, Owner Sal's Auto & Truck Repair Acton 


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7 Car Care Tips for Safe Summer Travel           #carcare  #ActonMA

5/24/2016

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Summer is around the corner in Acton MA & Middlesex West Boston.  Planning a summer vacation or road-trip to the White Mountains of NH (up the Mount Washington Auto Road (pictured)), Cape Cod, Maine or beyond?
Is your car road-trip ready?  Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair Acton MA recommends having your car checked out by a trusted local mechanic a week or more before your trip to keep you safe on the road this summer season!  

With summer weather, it's time to roll down your windows and really ‘listen to your car’ or have someone else drive it to check out any car noises (you may be used to) to prevent a bigger problem down (or on) the road.  Sal's Auto performs a Complimentary 60 point vehicle inspection with every service! Call Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair Acton MA for an appointment!  Check our Sal's Auto Seasonal Car Care Specials.
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A properly maintained car gets you where you want to go, and saves you money getting there. If you are planning to travel by car this summer season, take steps to avoid ending up on the side of the road. Make sure your car is in good shape so it won’t break down. 

Here are 7 Tips for Safe Summer Car Travel courtesy of Money Talk News: 
1. Radiator
Overheating is the No. 1 cause of summer breakdowns, says the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Make sure your radiator is adequately filled with coolant at the right concentration — usually a 50/50 mix of water and antifreeze, but check your car’s specifications.  Make sure your gauge doesn’t register too hot to avoid engine damage.
2. Hoses
Your coolant is only as good as the hoses it flows through. Look for leaks, cracks, peeling or separation. If the hose is spongy or soft in even one section, consider replacing it before it fails and causes bigger problems.
3. Oil
The hotter the weather gets, the more important oil becomes. Oil helps prevent overheating by lubricating many moving parts. However, oil additives break down over time.
  • Oil change recommendations are as frequent as every 3,000 miles, but makers of many modern cars say to wait until a maintenance-reminder light brightens your dashboard.
  • According to the Car Care Council:  having to only change your oil every 7,500 miles is something we would all prefer, 3,000 to 5,000 miles are numbers more representative of actual driving conditions. By erring on the side of caution, you’ll help to extend the life of your car.
  • Check your oil between changes and add a quart or two of your car manufacturer’s recommended grade, if needed.
4. Battery
Hot weather can strain a battery. Test the battery if it’s more than 3 years old or if you see one of these telltale signs of a failing battery:
  • Lights dim at starting
  • Power drain when turning on the air conditioning
  • Slow cranking when you start the car
5. Air conditioning
A marginally operating air-conditioning system may fail in hot weather, says the ASE. Put a thermometer in your car’s vent while the air conditioner is running and see how cool the air is getting.  If it’s not cooling properly, you may try replacing cabin air filters that clean the air entering the heating and air-conditioning system in newer cars. Check your owner’s manual for location and how often they should be replaced.
However, if your air-conditioning system is suffering from a bigger problem — like a leak or loss of refrigerant — it’s likely time for a mechanic.
6. Tires
Your four tires offer a critical connection to the road, says the Car Care Council. Check them at least monthly. Low tire pressure adds rolling resistance, making it harder for the engine to move your car.
  • Proper tire pressure, which should be posted on your car door, improves gas mileage by 3.3 percent, or about 10 cents a gallon, the council says.
  • Under-inflation stresses a tire’s internal fabric and steel cord so they flex beyond designed limits and lose their bond to the rubber. The result can be a blowout.
  • Don’t wait for your car’s tire pressure monitoring system to light up, as it may be too late to save the tire. Instead, check air pressure when the tires are cool — summer weather and friction can cause the pressure inside to rise, giving you a false sense of security.
  • Also, check the tire tread by inserting a penny: If you can see all of Abraham Lincoln’s head, it’s time for new tires. If tires look unevenly worn, have your wheel balance and alignment checked.
7.  Other Tips to Get Your Car Road Ready for Summer  
  • Consider a tuneup. Fouled spark plugs cause the engine to lose power or misfire, wasting fuel and lowering gas mileage. However, check your owner’s manual before scheduling a tuneup. Many newer cars don’t require a tuneup for more than 100,000 miles.
  • Check the brakes. If you notice pulsations, grabbing, noises or longer stopping distances when braking, it’s time for repairs.
  • Change the wipers. Windshield wipers deteriorate faster in sunny weather. If you get caught in a summer shower, you want to be able to see where you’re going. Many auto parts stores offer free installation when you buy new wiper blades.
  •  Wash and wax. Sunlight, UV radiation, acid rain, salt, dirt and air pollution can damage your car’s exterior. Protect the paint and finish by washing and waxing your car regularly.
  • Keep a safety kit. In case your car does break down, be prepared with supplies, including water for yourself and the radiator, jumper cables, a flashlight and batteries, and a first-aid kit.

The right car maintenance can save you time and money and keep you traveling safely on the road this summer!   
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Sal's Auto Acton MA receives 2014 Angie's List Super Service Award  for Boston Auto Repair Shops   

5/15/2015

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 We are happy to announce that we received the 2014 Angie’s List Super Service Award.  

"We are so proud to receive this award and to know that our friends and neighbors recognize and appreciate our commitment to quality and integrity when it comes to auto service."

 As a local, family owned business, we care for more than cars, we care for customers. That means we do more than offer the highest quality, complete vehicle maintenance and auto repairs, we provide you with peace of mind. At Sal’s you know our service is always ethical, honest, reliable and guaranteed. And because we treat you as we would our own family, we go the distance to educate our customers about car care, preventative maintenance and money saving tips to keep vehicles running safe and efficient on the road.

Just like our own family, we know that families (and their cars) come in all shapes and sizes from minis to SUVs and light trucks (service vehicles including our local friends at Acton TV!), so we service ALL makes and ALL models of cars, foreign and domestic, from SUVs to light trucks.  Sal’s Auto offers a complimentary 60 point vehicle inspection and safety check with every service.

This is our town, and yours.  For almost 40 years we have been living and working alongside our friends and neighbors in Acton, Boxborough, Bolton, Chelmsford, Concord, Carlisle, Harvard, Littleton, Maynard, Stow, Westford MA and Metrowest Boston communities. We take great pride in offering you superior, comprehensive auto service - service you can trust.


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Sal's Auto & Truck Repair Acton, MA Earns Esteemed 2014 Angie's List Super Service Award
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    At Sal’s Auto & Truck Repair, our ASE Certified mechanics not only maintain your vehicles, we educate you on ways to keep your vehicles running so they are safe, reliable and more eco friendly (saving green --- gas and money) on the road.  

    Enjoy and share Sal's Car Care & Safe Travel Tips!   

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