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(Phoenix, Arizona)  With high gas prices and a sluggish economy, many people are putting off car repairs. In some cases, a $100 fix that’s ignored can put your safety at risk and end up costing thousands. According to a December 2011 Consumer Reports survey, 40 percent of people say they’re postponing car maintenance or repairs.

Automotive Expert Matt Allen sees it a lot, “When we have to fix catastrophic damage because the car’s been neglected, it’s even more expensive because now we’re replacing several parts, not just the one that originally needed maintenance.”

Allen has at least one customer who practices what Matt preaches. His car boasts 279,000 miles and it’s never broken down because he stays current on maintenance.  A trusted mechanic will explain what issues you should address right away and what can be delayed without compromising safety.

August 2014 is Brake Safety Month, and in honor of that, Phoenix Auto Repair Shop Virginia Auto Service is providing free brake inspections for all passenger cars, light trucks and SUV’s up to ½ ton. (Value $64).

Brakes are one of the most important safety components on your vehicle and a top cause of accidents for trucks and larger vehicles.

Virginia Auto Service provides complete brake repair and service in downtown, Phoenix, Arizona. Click here to schedule an appointment.

I-17 Collision Phoenix AZ | Auto Body Shop Phoenix AZBumper to Bumper Radio Shop I17 Collision is featured in the August issue of FenderBender Magazine in the article "Thriving as an Independent". Kevin Rowe, who didn't start in the auto industry, has owned the auto body shop for the past fifteen years. Rather than being just a "car guy, Rowe professes that his strengths are his people skills and attributes much of their success to their customer focused approach. The article goes on to say:

"At I-17, a value-added service can mean mobile estimating, providing one of the two loaner cars the shop has, coordinating rentals with insurance companies, vehicle pickup and delivery, and anything in between. Thanks to those services, Rowe has had customers who have never set foot in his shop, which he sees as a major strength for his business."

3rd Annual Bumper to Bumper Radio Rally for Phoenix Children's Hospital

Thank you Bumper to Bumper Radio Preferred Auto Care Network Members!

The participating Bumper to Bumper Radio preferred Shop members teamed up again in a record breaking effort by raising over $10,300 for Phoenix Children’s Hospital this year. Last week, the team was invited by PCH to a special thank you breakfast and tour of the hospital.

We'd like to invite all our listeners to join us in this effort by signing up to become a Phoenix Children’s Hospital Miracle Maker.

I-17 Collision Repair, one of Bumper to Bumper Radio's preferred shops recently helped sponsor a golf tournament benefiting The Real Gift Foundation. This local charity helps homeless moms and their kids.

The Real Gift Foundation creates volunteer projects and coordinates efforts to raise awareness and resolution of the issues relating to children of homeless families. Activities include organizing programs to provide health maintenance and health care services, food and clothing, holiday assistance, educational programs and similar services. They are committed to as many people as possible participating in the opportunity and privilege it is to make a difference in the life of a child.

Find out more at http://www.therealgift.org .

I-17 Collision Repair Phoenix Sponsors The Real Gift Foundation AZ

Photo: Daryl Hayes and Kevin Rowe of I-17 Collision Repair

 

Bumper Audio Clip of the Week

Bumper to Bumper helps a listener who is having an intermittent electrical issue with her vehicle.