Your Vehicle’s Fluids: What They Do and When to Change Them
Let’s be honest—most people don’t pop the hood just to admire their vehicle’s fluids. But those fluids are doing a lot of heavy lifting behind the scenes. Think of them as your car’s lifeblood. Ignore…
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Broken, Busted and Burnt Up: Tales From the Shelf of Shame
Episode: The Caliper That Couldn’t (and the Pads That Paid the Price) Welcome to the Shelf of Shame, where broken parts go to retire, and the rest of us go to learn from others’ Ooops!…
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How We Fix a Flat Tire (AKA: Performing Minor Surgery on Your Tire—With the Right Tools)
Flat tires never happen when you’re relaxing at home. Nope. They wait until you’re running late, it’s raining sideways, and your coffee just spilled. Perfect timing. But don’t worry—once your tire limps its way to…
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Sticker Time! A Simple Guide to Virginia State Inspections
Hey there, Virginia drivers! If you’ve ever glanced at that little sticker on your windshield and thought, “Wait… was it really a year ago already?” — you’re not alone. The annual Virginia State Inspection sneaks…
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Why Good Shops Turn Away Bad Work: Integrity in Auto Repair
Google Review: “Dishonest. Went for $100 alignment. They refused and quoted me $4800 of services. Charged me $50 for the quote. Needless to say I left. Next day went to another place and got an…
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Welcome to Sandston Automotive!
At Sandston Automotive, we believe an auto repair shop should feel like more than just a place to drop off your car—it should feel like a place you can trust. As a family-owned and operated…
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