Auto Repair That Prioritizes Precision and Clarity At 3A Automotive & Diesel, vehicle repair is about more than replacing parts—it’s about diagnosing the right issue, using the right procedures, and helping you understand your options. Whether your check engine light just came on, or your vehicle is showing signs of a deeper issue, our team … Continued
What to Look for in a Quality Auto Repair Shop Finding an auto repair shop you can trust is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a vehicle owner. In a city as large as Phoenix, the number of options can be overwhelming—but choosing the right shop doesn’t have to be difficult. A … Continued
New Year’s resolutions aren’t just about fitness goals and eating better, they can also apply to how you care for your car. If one of your goals this year is to save money, reduce stress, or avoid unexpected breakdowns, then building better car care habits is a smart place to start. At 3A Automotive & … Continued
Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel times of the year—and in Arizona, that means thousands of drivers hitting the road to visit friends, family, or simply enjoy a much-needed break. But nothing spoils a long weekend faster than unexpected car trouble. Before you load up the car with luggage, leftovers, or pie, make sure … Continued
Strange rattling sounds… mysterious warning lights… squeaky brakes in the dead of night… flickering headlights with no explanation…If your car is acting more like a haunted house than a reliable ride, it’s time to face the truth: it might not be cursed—it just needs maintenance. October is Fall Car Care Month, and at 3A Automotive … Continued
Phoenix doesn’t see dramatic temperature swings or snowy roads like other parts of the country, but the transition from summer to fall is still a key time to take care of your vehicle. After months of extreme heat, monsoon storms, and dusty conditions, your car could be due for attention—even if it’s running “just fine.” … Continued
As the school year approaches, there’s more to think about than backpacks and schedules. Whether you’re driving younger kids to class, sending a teen off with their first car, or helping a college student hit the road for campus, now is the time to make sure every vehicle in the family is safe, reliable, and … Continued
Summer in Arizona doesn’t just bring heat—it often delivers powerful monsoon storms, heavy rain, and sudden drops in visibility. These unpredictable weather conditions can catch even experienced drivers off guard. We help Phoenix drivers prepare their vehicles for all weather, ensuring they stay safe and comfortable when summer storms strike. Common Hazards During Summer Storms … Continued
When the Arizona sun starts to sizzle, your vehicle needs more than just a full tank—it needs full protection. At 3A Automotive & Diesel, we help drivers in Phoenix prepare their cars and diesel trucks for the extreme summer heat with smart maintenance and heat-proof service. Whether you’re driving a family SUV or a Ford diesel truck, proper summer … Continued
Thinking about buying a new car? You might want to look under the hood of your current vehicle first. At 3A Automotive & Diesel, we know that keeping up with maintenance and repairs isn’t just good for your car—it’s great for your wallet, too. According to recent data, the average new car payment is $742 … Continued
March is often associated with luck—four-leaf clovers, lucky charms, and pots of gold—but when it comes to your vehicle, luck is not the answer. Smart drivers know preventative maintenance is the key to avoiding costly repairs and unexpected breakdowns. At 3A Automotive & Diesel, we help drivers keep their cars and diesel trucks in top … Continued
Your car works hard every day, getting you where you need to go safely and reliably. This February, why not show it a little extra love? Regular care and maintenance are essential for keeping your car running smoothly and avoiding costly repairs down the road. At 3A Automotive & Diesel, we’re here to help you … Continued
As we welcome 2025 with open arms, it’s time to think about more than just personal goals. Your vehicle is your trusty companion on the road, and it deserves some New Year’s resolutions too! At 3A Automotive & Diesel Repair in Phoenix, AZ, we’re here to help you kick off the year with your car … Continued
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes twinkling lights, cheerful decorations, and the magic of Christmas displays. Driving through neighborhoods adorned with festive lights is a beloved holiday tradition, a way to get into the season’s spirit. But not all lights are worth celebrating—especially when they appear on your car’s dashboard. This … Continued
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and for many of us, that means hitting the road to gather with family and friends, share a delicious meal, and make lasting memories. As you breathe in the crisp autumn air, your favorite playlist echoing through the car, and the smell of fresh coffee in the cupholder, everything … Continued
Pumpkin spice and everything ..nice? Everything about Fall is beautiful except that strange sound coming from your car—especially when it shows up out of nowhere. Imagine driving through Phoenix on a quiet evening, and suddenly you hear a spooky noise that makes you wonder if your car is haunted! Could it be something sinister lurking … Continued
Summer is here, and with the rising temperatures, especially in Phoenix, Arizona, where it can reach a scorching 105-115 degrees, your car needs some extra attention to keep running smoothly. Whether you’re planning a road trip or just driving around town, these essential tips will help ensure your vehicle stays cool and reliable throughout the … Continued
2023 Turbo Boost Car Giveaway Surprises a Sunnyslope Special Education Assistant Nate Catlin, a paraprofessional at Mountain View School won a restored Toyota Avalon from our Turbo Boost Car Giveaway! Nate was selected as the winner among more than 40 nominees because of his unwavering commitment to Mountain View by never missing a day of … Continued
New Year’s Resolutions for Car Owners With the arrival of a new year comes a new wave of resolutions. While resolutions about your health, personal life, and finances are always important, don’t forget about your vehicle. It’s responsible for getting you where you need to go almost every day so it’s a pretty important asset. … Continued
Saving Money at the Pump Everyone who has been to that gas pump lately has seen an increase in the price of a gallon of fuel. Experts predict that prices will continue to rise, with some even saying it could be over the $5 per gallon mark this summer. With prices that high, we all … Continued
We Are Here for the Community to Rely On WE ARE OPEN AND HERE TO HELP! Free Concierge Pick Up & Delivery In order to ensure the safety of those who have been advised or who feel they should stay home while the COVID-19 virus is gotten under control, 3A Automotive & Diesel will offer … Continued
Turbo Boost Car Giveaway Surprises a Sunnyslope Teacher We want to thank everybody that participated in our 2018 Turbo Boost Car Giveaway. We had over 30 nominations! On November 30th, 2018, we gave away a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee to a teacher at Sunnyslope School. Mrs. Patricia Wharton was repeatedly nominated by several people. She … Continued
Five Key Things That Are a Must to Do Over the past few months we have seen a lot of customers put off needed repairs and maintenance with the idea of “saving money”. With the Press constantly pushing “save” and “conserve” it is no wonder people feel this way. Well, after being in business for … Continued
Thank You for Helping Us Over the Past 43 Years! In June 1975, (one month after I was born) my dad and uncle, Jim & Jon Alauria accepted a loan and a lot of encouragement from my grandpa, Archie Alauria, to start 3-A Automotive Service (hence three A’s). After Jon decided to leave the company … Continued
Avoid A Decrease In Fuel Economy And Prevent Unexpected Car Trouble Low Tire Pressure = Poor Fuel Economy, Poor Tire Wear, Poor Steering For every ten-degree drop in air temperature, there’s up to a 2-psi (pounds per square inch) drop in air pressure in your tires. In the Phoenix area that can easily put your … Continued
In the Rain, Should I Pump My Brakes? We are getting a lot of rain this season so I thought I would clear up a question we often get here at 3A. Although it only became a mandatory option in the USA in 2013, most vehicles manufactured over the past two decades have some sort … Continued
If There Is a Magic Bullet for Making Your Car Last, This Is It For over 40 years our customers have asked what the secret is to making a car last. Even though I could write a book on all the ways to do so, the fact is that people who drive their cars for … Continued
Three Simple Tips for Buying a Used Car Buying a used car will usually get you a much better value for your money than when buying a new car. But it is understandable why many people won’t buy a used car because they have been burned in the past. By following these three simple tips … Continued
We Will Help You Understand What Your Hard Earned Money Is Buying While it’s good to be a conscientious consumer, when it comes to automotive repair, it’s best to let the professionals do what they do best. I feel like such a fool, Sandra complained. “All I did was take my car in for an … Continued
With Rising Gas Prices, Here Are Some Tips I Have Found Throughout The Years To Improve Gas Mileage. With rising gas prices, here are some tips I have found throughout the years to improve gas mileage. Everyone who has been to that gas pump lately has seen an increase in the price of a gallon … Continued
Avoid Costly Problems by Giving Your Mechanic a Call Right Away I took a walk around the block today and noticed a lot of cars on the road. Anyone living here knows that wherever you turn you will see some kind of vehicle driving down the road. Being in tune with cars, having worked on … Continued
There are numerous relief efforts and volunteers still pouring in to the Northeast. At 3A Automotive, we feel that we carry a responsibility to do our part. We want to give you an opportunity to help, too. For the month of November, 3A Automotive will donate $5 from every auto repair we perform to Hurricane Sandy relief. When you come … Continued
Thank You to All Our Service Men and Women Our Family here at 3A Automotive here in Phoenix would like to thank all our service men and women this holiday weekend.
Tire Pressure Reminder Please ensure your tire pressures are adjusted. Swing by and we can do this for you in a matter of minutes at no charge.
Tips on Purchasing Pre-owned Cars We often have customers who are ready for a newer vehicle yet they don’t want to take on the hefty payments of a brand new car. And according to many financial advisors, buying a brand new vehicle isn’t always the wisest financial move for most household budgets. So how can … Continued
We’ve Joined Wheels to Prosper 3A Automotive has decided to join the Wheels to Prosper program. Keep watching for details.
Summer Driving Tips With the hot weather here now in Phoenix, I thought it may be a good time for some reminders on vehicle maintenance. 1. Check your tire pressures. When a tire gets low on inflation the likelihood of it blowing out is greater. With the weather change taking place it is a good … Continued
iPad Giveaway Winner Here is our latest iPad winner. Thanks to all our Phoenix area customers who entered the contest. Our next contest has begun and our winner will be drawn on July 4th.
Happy Easter! Our family here at 3A Automotive would like to wish all your families a Happy Easter. We hope you spend your weekend around the people you care about the most.
Save Money on Gas in Phoenix Easter is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. Gas prices here in Phoenix are getting close to the $4 per gallon mark so finding ways to save is important to everyone. Here are 3 quick tips for saving money at the pump when traveling. 1. Pack … Continued
Thank You Nicole! What a great start to a Friday morning. A customer brought us in a home-baked and decorated cake. She copied the image from our business card. We definitely have the best customers. THANK YOU NICOLE.
Which Team Do You Think Peyton Manning Will Choose? Good morning 3A Automotive Customers, Being a youth football coach, and an all around football fan, I want to know what you think. As I am sure all you have heard by now, Peyton Manning has been released from the Colts. Now he is trying to … Continued
3A Automotive Women’s Car Care Clinic Check out our video from the Phoenix Women’s Car Clinic. We went over basic maintenance, service and repairs, our inspections, how to change a tire, how to jump start a car and how to check the fluids. It was a great event that we plan on having 2 times … Continued
Friday Funny Joke We Wanted to Share A GUY WALKS INTO the local NAPA store and asks “can I get a wiper blade for a Yugo”? The clerk replies, “Sounds like a good trade to me”.
Another Friday Funny Joke We Wanted to Share GARFIELD ON THE OIL CRISIS YOU GOTTA LOVE GARFIELD’S EXPLANATION A lot of folks can’t understand how we came to have an oil shortage here in our country. ~~~ Well, there’s a very simple answer. ~~~ Nobody bothered to check the oil. ~~~ We just didn’t know … Continued
FYI About Spark Plugs Hello Phoenix, Ever wonder if you have had your spark plugs changed or not? One way manufacturers can tell is they mark the tip of the original plugs. As you can see in the picture the plug on the left has a white, painted tip the other is a new plug … Continued
Thank You to Everyone Who Attended the Women’s Car Clinic Thanks to Barry McKinley of the Phoenix Police Department and all of our clients in attendance. We had a great clinic. We went over different types of auto repairs, maintenance tips, safety tips and we even washed a few cars. Look for our future Woman’s … Continued
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Jimmy & Team Won the National Championship! Congratulations Jimmy and Team. They won the National Championship in Wisconsin last weekend. 280 teams competed.
One Day Left until Women’s Car Care Clinic Hey all, There’s only one day left to RSVP for the Clinic this weekend. We’re excited to get things underway. Hope to see you there.
Women’s Car Clinic Reminder We are getting a great response to our Women’s Car Clinic. Don’t forget to RSVP. Remember it is this Saturday February 18th from 9am to 11am. Hope to see you there.
Rain Special We have rain in the forecast for Tuesday and Thursday this week. IF yours are smearing or ripping, stop in for replacements. Mention this ad for $5 off the pair. As always we install them for free.
Funny Joke to Share I just had to share this one. Too Funny. Who’s got the best recipe for chicken wings? I read that Americans will eat about 450 million chicken wings on Super Bowl Sunday. Or as Thanksgiving turkeys put it, “Who’s laughing now, chickens?
Stay On Top of These Five Things Over the past few months we have seen a lot of customers put off needed repairs and maintenance with the idea of “saving money”. With the Press constantly pushing “save” and “conserve” it is no wonder people feel this way. Well, after being in business for the … Continued