Radiator Flush Helps Engine’s Cooling System

If you have ever heard your mechanic recommending a radiator flush and wondered how a radiator flush helps your engine’s cooling system? At Bowers Automotive we love when our customers ask questions. We think every driver should have a basic understanding of their vehicle, but we know that some are too busy or embarrassed to…

Taking Care of Your Car’s Engine

The engine is the most critical component of your vehicle, which is why Bowers Automotive is happy to share some tips on taking care of your car’s engine. We know that when it fails, you must spend an immense amount of money to fix it – if it can be fixed at all. Many car…

How do I choose the right brake pads?

Our technicians at Bowers Automotive are the best source of reliable advice for all vehicle-related matters. This week we bring you a guide on, how do I choose the right brake pads? There are many different types of brake pads available for your car or truck. Most drivers will rely on their mechanic to choose…

What is my car’s TPMS system?

Drivers have a wealth of information available to them right on their dashboards. In addition to the check engine light and other warning lights for low oil pressure, ABS malfunctions, and missing fuel caps, the drivers of newer vehicles might notice the TPMS symbol. So what is my car’s TPMS system and what should I…

Understanding the Catalytic Converter

Did you know that your car has a catalytic converter? In fact, all vehicles have them. While we work with them often, many of our customers have no idea their car even has one until it needs repair or a pricey replacement. To help you out, our team at Bowers Automotive in Colorado Springs has…

How do I know when my car needs an alignment?

A problem with vehicle alignment is one of the trickier issues for drivers to detect themselves. It’s easy to tell when you have a flat tire, need an oil change or experience an engine problem, but you may wonder how do I know when my car needs an alignment? At Bowers Automotive in Colorado Springs,…

Finding a Quality Auto Repair Shop

When your car breaks down, finding a quality auto repair shop on the fly can be stressful. At Bowers Automotive in Colorado Springs, we actually advise our customers to add our information to their phone contacts so that we can be there to help them in case of emergency. It’s important to be prepared, to…

The Basics of Vehicle Repair Troubleshooting: Transmissions

No driver is happy when they start hearing a suspicious noise or smelling a foul odor coming from their engine. At Bowers Automotive, we’ve found that drivers with knowledge of their vehicles can make a difference in the diagnosis of an issue, ensuring it’s attended to before costs really add up. So, we’ve put together…

The Preventive Maintenance You Need to Do On Your Car (and When)

We all know that once you add up the cost of gas, maintenance, and insurance, a car can eat up a big portion of your budget. One way to lower your costs (and stress) is by preventing mechanical issues from occurring. Save time and save money with a little advice from our experts at Bowers…