Failing Brakes are like Fingernails on a Chalkboard.

It is a sound we never want to hear…the grinding and screeching of failing brakes on our vehicle.  How long does it take to stop when you are driving down the highways of the Raleigh area?  At sixty miles per hour it will take your car the length of a football field to come to a complete stop!

What are some of the signs of failing brakes?  The obvious one is the sudden appearance of the brake light on the dashboard.  At least we have this modern piece of technology to “dumb down” the process.  If you have driven for any length of time you instinctively know that it is taking just a bit longer to bring your car to a halt.

At the very first sign of failing brakes we know where to turn in our area.  It is the ultimate “shade tree mechanic”.  Jim Liacos of Jim’s Auto Services is the Raleigh area brake specialist.  He will diagnose and effect any and all necessary repairs to your vehicle’s brake system.  Don’t let the danger grow.  Make an appointment with Jim Liacos at his shop located at 3711 Tarheel Drive by calling (919) 824-4566.

K-5 Super Special: Halloween Hoopla

K-5 Super Special: Halloween Hoopla

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"Dare to listen to spooky stories, create creepy crafts and tempt yourself with treats at this Halloween themed party for school aged kids."

Winterizing Your Car.

It is not too early to consider what your vehicle needs to get through the upcoming winter driving season.  We realize that winter in Raleigh is NOT winter in Boston, but it still can hit hard and fast.  You cannot take winter for granted here.  It is also NOT Miami and your vehicle will be subjected to changing weather conditions.

What are some of the emergency items that should be in your car?

1.  A working flashlight

2.  A blanket, a hat, and gloves

3.  A shovel small or large

4.  A brush with an ice scraper

5.  Non-perishable food

That would be a good start.  Now, what about your vehicle beneath the hood?  For that task, people of this area have counted on the decades of expertise from auto mechanic Jim Liacos.  At Jim’s Auto Service they are Raleigh’s premier automobile winterizing headquarters.  It will be here before you know it.  Visit the shop at 3711 Tarheel Drive by calling (919) 824-4566.

NC Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Festival

NC Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Festival

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Experience the 2nd Annual NC Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Festival!

Start on : October 14, 2017 12:00 PM Saturday

End on : October 14, 2017 6:00 PM Saturday

Is Your VW Ready for Winter?

Your family Volkswagen is one of your most proud possessions.  Maybe you have been a VW owner since the 1960’s and you were the envy of all your “hippy” friends with your bug or bus.  Perhaps you have been “bitten by the bug” in recent years and have just purchased your first make and model of the famous German vehicle.

Volkswagens need TLC.  They require maintenance by a trained mechanic who has worked with them for years.  The tune up, the oil change, the battery, and the brake system are unique to some of these classic cars.  Make sure that you have your prized VW managed by a true professional mechanic on a regular basis.

In Raleigh NC your home for Volkswagen maintenance and repair is Jim’s Auto Services.  Jim Liacos and his staff remember when the “bug” was in its larval stage!  Trust Jim’s Auto Services to keep your Volkswagen humming along well past 100,000 miles.  Call or stop in at their shop located at 3711 Tarheel Drive.  Call (919) 824-4566. 

Bluegrass Jam Night - Every Tuesday Night

Bluegrass Jam Night - Every Tuesday Night

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"Have you ever attended Lorraine's free Tuesday night jam session? It is a popular night for those who love to play instruments, want to learn to play or just want to hang out and listen to the music. Tuesday night is a fun night when everyone comes together to socialize and play music in wonderful harmony. They would love to see you Tuesday night." - visit Raleigh

Change of Season - Change of Oil.

As summer leaves us for the cooler days of autumn we can also remind ourselves to do other things that impact our lives.  Change your home’s air filters.  Change the batteries in your smoke detector.  Fertilize your lawn.  Change your oil.  That’s right, if you have been driving most of the summer without an oil change then it is high time to do so!

Why are oil changes important to the health of your vehicle?

1.  Those moving parts in your engine will simply break down without lubrication.

2.  Friction + Heat equals disaster for your engine parts.

3.  Fresh oil breaks down the dirt that forms on your engine.

4.  Poor lubrication leads to poorer gas mileage.

5.  Simply put, routine maintenance will keep your car on the road longer.

Ahhh, routine maintenance.  Now, there is something that many of us put off for various reasons.  Fall is NOT the time to be doing that.  It is the routine maintenance that keeps you from having to come up with $15,000 dollars to buy a new car!  Make an appointment with Raleigh’s routine maintenance car repair pro…Jim Liacos at Jim’s Auto Services.  Call (919) 824-4566.