Oceanside Auto Repair

While catalytic converter theft is nothing new, there has been a spike in the last year of these critical vehicle parts. Interestingly enough, two of the three rare earth metals used in catalytic converters are worth more per ounce than gold, which could explain the increase in theft. Hybrid models, such as the Toyota Prius, contain a higher percentage of these precious metals, making them more at risk. Parking in well-lit and enclosed areas such as garages, installing a cat shield, or installing a car alarm system are examples of ways to combat catalytic converter theft on your vehicle.

"Gonna keep it with y’all , I took my rarri for a check cuz you know you go to the dealer it goin break my pocket , they hooked me up with a oil change for the low so my pocket still says upfloat ya dig . I’ll go back to that spot when I need the service for my rarri for that good ticket ya dig .. I’ll give them 10 stars " - J. M.

"Great service! Came to have a smog test performed on my vehicle and they were willing to squeeze me in the same day. Although, they had some work lined up for the rest of the day- they managed to have the vehicle smogged. Will definitely use them again to have my vehicles smogged! Thanks alot guys." - T. L.

The exhaust system in your vehicle may get overlooked when a problem occurs, simply because it is hidden away and signs of an issue aren’t always obvious. Driving with an exhaust leak can be harmful in a number of ways, which is why it is important to have your car inspected at the first sign of trouble. If your vehicle has an exhaust leak, you may notice the following: - Strange noises coming from the engine bay or from around the catalytic converter... - Drop in fuel economy - Check engine light is on See more

Happy Valentine’s Day! Don’t forget to show your car some love too with proper maintenance and care.