Jessica’s Garage

Winter in Central Virginia isn’t always snowpocalypse-level bad—but when it does snow or ice up, VDOT doesn’t mess around with the salt. but when it does snow or ice up, VDOT doesn’t mess around with…

Episode: The 22,000-mile journey to disaster. Welcome back to the Shelf of Shame—where worn-out parts go to retire, and the rest of us go to learn from someone else’s “it’ll be fine” moment (and occasionally…

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…

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!…

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…

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…

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…

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…