Denver Auto Repair

One car component often overlooked and underappreciated are a vehicle’s windshield wipers. Frequently never given a second thought or even a first for that matter, until they’re needed, windshield wipers and their routine maintenance are considerably underappreciated when analyzing the functionality of an automobile. Vehicle owners routinely focus on fueling, oil changes, battery and tire wear but often never give their windshield wipers another thought following installation. However, when the rain or snow begins to fall and it’s the wipers turn to shine, driver’s depend on their functionality and performance. In fact, wipers could be considered as one of a vehicle’s top safety features. They increase visibility during difficult times and must be serviced and maintained appropriately to ensure serviceable use. Before it’s too late, consider checking the performance of yo ... read more

As the seasons begin to change and mother nature transitions from summer into the cooler temperatures of fall, it is a good time to consider checking over your vehicle’s routine maintenance plan. Just as many people enjoy spring cleaning as preparation for the warmer climate and increased family and social gatherings, the calendar turn to fall can be a welcome boost for your car care needs. It’s likely you don’t give much thought to the wear and tear taken on a vehicle from the effects of weather but just as rain, snow, cold, and heat all has an impact on those things it means your vehicle also needs proper protection. For these reasons it is suggested to consider each of the following and a good time of the year for implementation of any necessary repairs and/or maintenance to your automobile. Consider the fall a reminder for vehicle system and routine checks just as smoke al ... read more

Every year car manufacturers battle for the top spot in sales with a variety of makes and models distributed across the world. Vehicles of all types including: cars, trucks, vans, crossovers, and SUVs (sport utility vehicles) are redesigned and engineered for improved performance in an effort to be the best selling automobile on the market. While consumers consistently select a top-brand vehicle the results are a bit surprising considering the vehicle type. While cars would likely be most individuals guess as to which type of vehicle is the best-selling, it is surprisingly another. According to Business Insider, the best selling vehicle in America during 2016 was a truck. In fact, three of the top-five automobiles were trucks - numbers one through three ... read more

Gas prices fluctuate daily and depending on many outside influences these prices can raise or lower without much warning. Often depending on the world environment, gas prices here in Denver have moved most recently because of impacts caused from the weather. While these prices move up and rarely every move down, Denver Auto Shop, Mancinelli's, offers a big tip towards reducing your fuel mileage and overall saving your time and your hard earned cash at the pump. One of the most common methods to increase gas mileage and reduce spending at the gas station is to reduce the amount of extra necessities inside the automobile. Obviously, the lighter a car or truck, the less fuel will be used to provide power for the vehicle. For this reason, any unnecessary equipment, supplies, or belongings riding around with you daily, with no usefulness, should be eliminated. A common example is golf clubs, as th ... read more

A variety of options exists when determining which vehicle to purchase and with hybrid automobiles the range is no different. Hybrid automobiles most commonly use an internal combustion engine and electric battery combination to power the vehicle but full electric units can also be purchased. These differences vary in performance and production in addition to impacting an owner’s spending at the fuel pump. The rising cost of fuel has led to an increased production in hybrid automobiles in addition to consumers more readily purchasing these options when considering new cars. Paying more up front to purchase the car is believed to save money in the long haul by operating expenses with decreased fuel costs due to an increase in miles per gallon provided by a fully electric or hybrid vehicle. Plug It In, Plug It In Fully electric vehicle owners will sometimes receive rebates or discounts on thei ... read more