Gainesville Garage & Trailer Sales Frequently Asked Questions

How often you should change your oil depends on your vehicle and its needs. To avoid the issues with your oil, we advise oil changes every 5,000 miles if using synthetic oil, and every 3,000 miles if using conventional oil or a synthetic blend. Give us a call today for oil changes and auto repair in Gainesville, VA.

The general rule of thumb is to rotate your tires every other oil change but our technicians will assess your tires and let you know if they are good in their current position or if they would advise rotations based on wear. Whether you need a tire rotation or a brake repair in Gainesville, VA, give us a call today. 

Brake rotors tend to wear the same as their brake pads, usually unevenly. Not changing brake rotors when installing new pads is a sure way to get squeaks, vibrations, and shorten brake pad life. Give us a call today to get the brake repair Gainesville, VA depends on. 

Many newer cars come with a "Gasoline Direct Injection" engine. This is a slightly different design that allows smaller engines to make more power. The side effect is that these engines are prone to building up more deposits that can affect performance. Specific and frequent cleanings are advised to prolong engine life. Give us a call today for the auto repair Gainesville, VA needs. 

Typically, alignments are advised if abnormal tire wear is occurring, the vehicle pulls to one side or the other, or if steering and/or suspension work is being performed. It is also a great way to ensure your new tires will not wear prematurely. Given that the average amount of time that people keep their cars is 8.4 years, according to Carsurance, it's likely your vehicle will need an alignment during its lifespan. Call today and get your alignment and auto repair in Gainesville, VA.