It’s Cold Outside. Will Your Battery Go the Distance? There’s nothing like a Truckee winter to expose a weak battery. Cold slows down everything under the hood and suddenly a normal morning start turns into the moment that decides whether you’re making first chair or calling for a jump. A Battery Doesn’t Always Give a Warning Before it Fails The professionals at Quality Automotive Servicing recommend having your battery connections inspected at each service. Here are other indicators to check your battery.  Your battery is 3 years old or older. The engine cranks slower than usual on cold mornings. Dashboard lights flicker or dim during start-up. Why Cold Is Tough on Batteries A car battery’s job is to provide a strong burst of power to start the engine and support electrical systems. Here are a few reasons your older battery might need to be replaced for win ... read more

At Quality Automotive Servicing in Truckee, CA, we want every driver to know that maintenance schedules aren’t just about miles — time matters too. With many people driving less than ever, it’s worth considering: are you keeping up with service based on time instead of mileage? Changing work schedules and lifestyles mean some people are driving less than they used to. Lower mileage might seem like good news for your car, it can actually create a different set of maintenance challenges. Consider services based on time — not just mileage. Even if your odometer isn’t climbing, components still age — so it might be smarter to follow a time-based service schedule. Component / System Recommended Interval (Time-Based) Notes Engine Oil & Filter Every 12 months (or sooner) Even with low miles, oil absorbs moisture and fuel contaminants. Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Every ... read more

Stay, Play & Service Your Vehicle in Truckee, CA Nobody likes the hassle of servicing their vehicle. It's time-consuming and disruptive to your day. But what if it could be part of a vacation?   Welcome to Truckee, CA—home to two premium full-service auto shops that turn vehicle maintenance into an opportunity for adventure.   Make It a Vehicle Vacation If you need a break from “city service” and the mountains are calling you, come enjoy the crystal clear lakes and amazing vistas of Truckee.  Both shops offer complete car care and repair, plus a whole lot more.     Explore Truckee on E-Bikes or Take  "Free" Bus to Lake Tahoe Both auto shops are located close to miles of paved and dirt bike trails. We recommend the Legacy trail that fronts the Truckee River or an 8 mile ride around Donner Lake with a stop at Donner State Park history museum. Don’t have a bike ... read more

Tough Trucks Live Here - Let QAS Keep Them Tough.    There is no doubt that Truckee and Lake Tahoe is full of hard-working trucks that get the job done.  Trucks towing trailers.Trucks carrying heavy recreational equipment.Trucks loaded with tools for the job. Trucks driving off-road.    Here are the ten recent repairs performed at Quality Automotive Servicing keeping these drivers and their trucks on the road.  2020 Ford Raptor: Complete rear-end rebuild. Axle, leaf springs, shocks, hubs.    2021 GMC Sierra, Oil cooler and related parts.    2017 Ford Raptor, Front end repairs.    2014 Ford F-150, Timing Chains.    2020 Nissan Frontier, Replacement engine.   RAM Promaster, Engine replacement.    OTHER COMMON ISSUES THAT QUALITY AUTOMOTIVE SERVICING CAN ADDRESS A/C Probl ... read more