Jefferson City Auto Repair

Introduction Mid-Missouri’s fall season is beautiful golden leaves, crisp air, weekend drives down Highway 54, and pumpkin patches with the family. But fall also brings real driving challenges: shorter days, slippery leaves, foggy mornings, and more wildlife crossing rural roads. That’s why it's a great time to talk about a piece of car tech you might not even realize your vehicle relies on, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, or ADAS. If your vehicle was made in the last 10 years, chances are it has one or more ADAS features: backup cameras, lane departure alerts, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, or even automatic emergency braking. All these systems depend on precise calibration to do their job properly and seasonal shifts in weather, lighting, and visibility make that calibration even more critical. At The Auto Shop in Jefferson City, MO, we’re known for our personal touch and top-notch tech. And that includes full-service ADAS calibration. He ... read more

With gas prices always in flux, we get a lot of questions here at The Auto Shop in Jefferson City about how to stretch a tank of fuel. Unfortunately, there's a lot of misinformation out there, and not every fuel-saving tip is worth your time. In this month’s blog, we’re setting the record straight and busting some common fuel efficiency myths. 🚫 Myth #1: Warming Up Your Car Saves Fuel The Truth: This one’s a holdover from older carbureted engines. Today’s fuel-injected vehicles are designed to drive almost immediately. Idling for long periods just burns fuel and increases emissions, especially in summer. You only need about 30 seconds to circulate oil through the engine before heading out. 🚫 Myth #2: Premium Gas = Better Fuel Economy The Truth: Unless your vehicle requires premium fuel (check the owner’s manual), you won’t see any benefit. Using higher-octane gas in a car designed for regular won ... read more