At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, we recommend always making it a priority to change your oil on time. Here’s a look into why it’s so important, and what happens if you don’t keep up with oil changes. Sludge – If oil stays in an engine too long, sludge begins to build up anywhere oil can […]
We’ve all been there: You start your car in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. You hear an unusual noise coming from your car, and it sounds bad. How do you know if it's something you should bring in to us here at Camarillo Independent to get looked at? Questioning the severity of […]
There is a reason we check your brake fluid when you come in for a service check. Maintenance pays big dividends and we want to avoid high repair costs for our Camarillo drivers. Did you know that brake service isn't just all about the brake pads, drums & rotors? That we have found low brake […]
Maintaining your car doesn't have to be a hassle, just bring it to our team here at Camarillo Independent in Camarillo. We can take care of all the dirty work. However, it's important to know when you should get proper maintenance. Here are some quick tips and advice on the basics of car maintenance!
Foggy headlights are a problem that has arisen in the past couple of decades, as we have moved away from glass sealed beam bulbs and into an era of plastic lenses with bulbs inside. While modern headlights are superior to the sealed beam headlights of years ago, they do tend to fog up after years […]
Like anything else on your vehicle, keeping various systems clean and in good shape is essential to long life and reliability. Your fuel system is especially important – parts are expensive, problems can be difficult to diagnose, and it doesn’t take much contamination to cause a huge issue. It’s much easier to keep your fuel […]
At Camarillo Independent we are always looking out for the safety of our community and the children in it. As Halloween is quickly approaching, we want to remind Camarillo, CA drivers of some helpful tips that will have you navigating through the sea of trick-or-treaters this season safely.
Leaks and drips that get the interior of your vehicle wet are definitely an inconvenience. Sitting water promotes rust, bad smells, and can ruin your carpet. Furthermore, the water often seems to come from seemingly nowhere, adding to the frustration. From Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, here are some of the leading causes of water […]
At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, maintaining your fleet and keeping your business reliably on the road is our primary focus. As trucks wear out, and they always do, you will inevitably be faced with this dilemma – “Should I fix this truck, or replace it with a new one?” This isn’t always an easy […]
While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.
