Colorado Springs Auto Repair

Katelynn recently visited LightHouse Automotive in Colorado Springs for the first time. She was in need of automotive repairs and wanted to find a local shop that she could trust. After doing some research, she decided to bring multiple vehicles into LightHouse Automotive. Katelynn recently wrote about her experience in a Yelp review. "This is a great repair shop," Katelynn writes. "I have had two issues with my vehicles and I was told to bring it on in. They are fast, professional and very affordable." As a local, family-owned automotive repair shop, we understand how important it is to treat people right. We strive to build customers for life throughout the Colorado Springs community by providing exceptional auto repair services with a friendly appr ... read more

When you bring your car into LightHouse Automotive for repairs, the first step is to identify the problem. Our technicians want to find out exactly what is wrong and then we can provide you with an accurate repair estimate. It's like going to the doctor and getting a diagnosis. We'll determine what needs to be fix and how to fix it. Then, we'll give you the information you need to make your repair decisions.  Depending on the severity or complexity of the automotive issue, different types of testing and inspections may need to be performed. In this article we will outline the differences between the different steps our technicians might take in order to identify any problems within your vehicle.  External Inspection This is almost always where we will start because it is the simplest ... read more

Your car has many different fluids inside that help keep components lubricated and vital systems working properly. We're talking about engine oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid and radiator coolant (antifreeze). If these fluids aren't kept at a certain level and the fluid itself is not in good shape, your vehicle could develop major problems and you could be in for expensive repairs. Fluid Maintenance First of all, it's a good idea to get all your fluids checked regularly. The most common maintenance service is an oil change (which includes changing out the oil in the pan along with the oil filter). Other fluids usually don't need to be changed as often, but they always need to be taken care of properly. You may hear a c ... read more

When you have a car that's 20 years old, you can expect that it will need some work from time to time. Whether it's routine maintenance or more significant repairs or parts replacements, it helps to have a local auto repair shop that you can trust to keep your vehicle running as well as possible. Richard knows that he can turn to LightHouse Automotive for help with his older Mazda. Check out what he had to say in his recent review on Google: "Hey there. So, I just wanted to say thank you to Rylan and associates at LightHouse for fixing and taking care of my 1998 Mazda Protege, as well as being straightforward, reasonable and honest in their estimates and pricing," Richard writes. "I cannot express my gratitude enough, especially in respect to one's honest, as that is unfortunately becoming a harder virtue to find today's age." ... read more