America Goes Electric.

In some ways it is like the turn of the 20th century.  America discovers the power and efficiency of electricity.  In this case, it is the continued sale of electric cars to aid the planet and produce a quieter drive.  Yes, electric cars are having their moment in the sun including the Mercedes S-Class and BMW 7 series.

Here are some tips for maintaining your electric car –

1.  An electric car’s motor needs to be regularly serviced just like combustion engines.

2.  Mind the battery…make sure that it has a long and healthy life.

3.  Watch the brakes.  Electric cars use something known as regenerative braking.

4.  Keep an eye on the tires.  The instant torque can be hard on them.

5.  Check the fluids…such as coolant levels and brake fluid.

We hope this helps.  If you are the proud owner of an electric car (especially a foreign electric model) please think of us for all of its routine maintenance.  We are the Topeka area’s foreign car repair specialists A.J.’s Import Garage serving you from our location at 501 S.W. Harrison here in the capital.  Just call for an appointment at (784) 233-1000.       

HOLY-FIELD Vineyard & Winery, Oct 12th

HOLY-FIELD Vineyard & Winery, Oct 12th

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Saturday, October 12th Noon to 4 pm

 

Temperature Rising.

Well, just the opposite is true these days in the Topeka area, but maybe not on the temperature gauge of your BMW.  There are two very important parts of the car: the radiator and thermostat. Without either part, your Beamer would not be able to function properly.  BMW’s tend to be a bit cranky about that!

Your thermostat works to regulate the amount of coolant that is brought to the radiator for cooling purposes.  When the engine gets too cold, the thermostat shuts down and that coolant is then directed back into the engine until it gets warmer.  As the coolant warms up, the thermostat opens back up and brings it through both the radiator and engine again.

Don’t worry, the master ASE certified mechanics at A.J.’s Import Garage are the best in the Topeka area at getting your BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen, etc. back on the road when their radiators act up.  A.J.’s Import Garage is located at 501 S.W. Harrison.  If you’re able to call ahead for an appointment the number is (784) 233-1000.

The ABC’s of ABS.

What is the ABS braking system?  Well, it is not essential for the primary function of braking your vehicle.  Your car WILL stop without the ABS actually engaging.  Before you replace your anti-lock brakes, make sure that you have a mechanic or service center you can trust to do the job right every time! 

Here are the main benefits of an anti-lock system –

1.  It is much easier to stop on ice

2.  Your insurance should go down because of the addition of a safety device

3.  Your vehicle increases in value at trade-in time

4.  Each wheel has traction on the road

We turn your attention to that early point.  When you need someone to work on your ABS braking system you need to make sure that you have a service center you can trust.  That shop in Topeka should be A.J.’s Import Garage.  Especially, if you own a foreign car in the Topeka area you can trust A.J.’s Import Garage at 501 S.W. Harrison.  Call (784) 233-1000.       

Hawkinson House Concert, Sept 2nd

Hawkinson House Concert

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This is a concert in the Hawkinson's home, an evening of stories and songs with singer/songwriter Matthew Clark.  

Topeka Rodeo, Aug 16 - 17

Topeka Rodeo 

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The Big 94.5 Country’s Topeka Rodeo is coming to town August 16th & 17th, 2019!

 

The Amazing Porsche.

Please don’t call it a “Porsch”, it makes us cringe!  Just kidding (not really).  Your Porsche is your baby and you want to “baby it” when it comes to regular maintenance.  This entails things that the average car does not.  We surely don’t need to remind you that keeping up with your Porsche’s routine maintenance is tantamount to its longevity.

Whether it’s an oil change, tire rotation, or engine maintenance, it is vital toward keeping your vehicle performing at the highest level you expect from the Porsche name.  We think it’s imperative for owners to know of the service intervals recommended for their specific Porsche model.  By following those, you will get many years of high performance.

A.J.’s Import Garage takes great pride in servicing Porsches, BMWs, Mercedes, Audis, Volkswagens, etc.  Naturally we will take the utmost care in servicing your vehicle whatever make and model it may be.  A.J.’s Import Garage is located at 501 S.W. Harrison in Topeka.  Please call ahead for an appointment at (784) 233-1000.