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How to Dress Up your Car For Halloween

October is a fun-filled month, especially for the kids. One of our favorite holidays is Halloween, and we thought we’d share a few ideas about how to dress up your car for the occasion. For those of you who attend Trunk-or-Treat events at your church or school, here are some decorating ideas for the trunk of your car or truck: If you want a cool DIY decorating project that will transform your truck, check out the cool things this gal has done: If you want more Halloween decorating ideas for your cars, check out these photos: Now that you’re all set with Halloween decorations for your vehicles, there’s one more thing to consider:  Car Safety. You want to be extra sure that your headlights, brakes, and tires are in top form on your vehicle so you can avoid any collisions with little ghosts, scaredy cats, multitasking trick-or-treaters, or distracted drivers. To make sure your vehicle is driving safely, bring it into I-70 Auto Service for a complete inspection. We&r ... read more

The Aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma: What it Means for the Purchase of your Next Car

The Aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma: What it Means for the Purchase of your Next Car

In the aftermath of the havoc wreaked by Hurricane Harvey in Texas and Hurricane Irma in Florida, we are going to find ourselves faced with a flood of water-soaked cars on the market. These cars were damaged by the intense flooding caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Hurricane Irma in August and September of 2017. Roughly, over half a million cars were damaged by the hurricanes, which will create both a need for car-buyers and an opportunity for dealers and auto insurance companies alike. Many of these flood-damaged cars will be fixed and placed back on the market, and many buyers will jump at the opportunity to purchase one of these often less-expensive vehicles. However, we must be wary of these flooded cars. Often, they are camouflaged as just another used car and are transported to areas not affected by flooding. The trouble with these cars is that water can permanently damage many aspects of the vehicle that the average car buyer overlooks, including the electrical system, lubricant ... read more

Autonomous, Self-Driving Cars are The Future

Autonomous cars or self-driving cars are the cars of the future. If you’re like us, you probably dreamed of flying cars since you were a kid. But who would have dreamed autonomous, self-driving vehicles would become a reality within our lifetime? It’s amazing, isn’t it? Autonomous cars are all the rage. Google started the buzz of self-driving cars as they mapped out the world. Now Apple, Microsoft, BMW, Ford, Tesla and 39 other companies are trying to break into the autonomous vehicle market. You know you’re onto something big when high-tech companies are scrambling to offer up the car of the future to the masses. These are exciting times, for sure. So what do these self-driving vehicles mean to us in the future? What happens when autonomous cars no longer require human hands, human eyes, and human cognitive abilities to steer, stop, and park themselves? These cars of the future are going to change many aspects of our daily lives, and the I-70 Auto Servi ... read more

Essentials for a Road Trip with your Family

Essentials for a Road Trip with your Family

Family road trips are ripe with opportunity for creating happy memories, but can also quickly become a catastrophe if when you’re not prepared! The hot summer sun has been known to inspire cranky attitudes among even the calmest kids, and when the kids call for every single rest stop from point A to B, it can be taxing on the driver and extend the trip by hours! At I-70 Auto Service, we like to be prepared for anything! So we’ve come up with a list of essentials for what to bring, plan, and prepare on your family’s next big road trip! What to Bring There are a thousand and one things you could pack into the family van and hope for the best. We’ve narrowed it down for you to a few absolute must-haves for the car. First off, bring sunscreen. Driver’s side arm burn can be a pain for anyone exposed. On top of that, if you’re planning any rest stops or beach stops along the way, you want to have some sunscreen on hand. The last thing any ... read more

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Top 5 Reasons to Visit I-70 Auto Service

Top 5 Reasons to Visit I-70 Auto Service

We won’t dance around it. At I-70 Auto Service, you’re getting some of the best auto care around. Our team has invested the time and energy it takes to build a great business, where you can count on us to provide you with car repair and maintenance you can rely on. Here are the top 5 reasons why you should visit I-70 Auto Service today! 1. Convenience. We do everything we can to make car care and repair easy and stress free for you. If you need a lift to work or back home? We have shuttle services. Need a car to get around for the day? We have loaner vehicles. If you’re in a hurry, you can drop off your car with us and pick it up once repairs are complete. We’ll reach out to you to keep you informed every step of the repairs process, so you won’t need to call and ask to find out information. And finally, we’ll explain why each repair is needed, and work with you on your timeline to make a plan that is beneficial for both you and you ... read more