How to choose the right car service?

Choosing who to entrust with the maintenance or repair of your car is often not an easy task. A car repair shop is not just a place to fix technical problems – it is a partner who cares about the longevity, safety and peace of mind of your car. In this article, we share tips on how to choose the best car repair shop and tell you why GT Garage is a great choice for your vehicle.

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When should you go to a car service?

Regular maintenance is the key to ensuring your car lasts long and reliably. Typically, you should change the oil, air and fuel filters every 10,000 kilometers, as well as perform a general technical diagnosis. If maintenance is ignored, the risk of facing larger and more expensive repairs increases.

Our recommendation:

Follow the car manufacturer's recommendations regarding maintenance frequency and entrust your vehicle to professionals - this will save you both time and money!

The second most common reason for going to a service station is damage to the running gear, which is not uncommon in Latvian road conditions. If you feel vibrations in the steering wheel, hear unusual noises, a clatter, or experience instability when braking – do not delay your visit to the service station. Quick action will help you avoid serious consequences and unpleasant surprises on the road.

The third important aspect is the engine and its related parts. After 100,000 km or if signs of malfunction appear, perform a full diagnostics. Timely detection and elimination of problems will help avoid expensive repairs in the future.

How to find a professional car service?

The best recommendations always come from friends or acquaintances - ask them for their opinions and experiences. If that's not an option, use Google: search for keywords like "car repair", "good car repair", "honest car repair" or for specific needs like "engine repair".

Evaluate the service based on reviews online, but keep in mind that opinions can be subjective. The overall trend is important – are customers satisfied with the work, attitude, and prices? GT Garage prides itself on its friendly attitude and verifiable quality.

How to avoid scams at car repair shops?

If you are a new customer, ask for a comprehensive list of the work done and the parts replaced. Ask if you can see the old parts or get photographic evidence. If you are still unsure, you can take the repair to another, independent repair shop for an inspection.

GT Garage offers to check the quality of repairs and the conformity of replaced parts – safety and transparency for customers is our priority!

What should you not do when visiting a car service?

Trust the professionals! Just like at a doctor's office, you should not diagnose yourself at a car service if you are not a specialist. Ask questions, be interested, but do not question every decision or insist on "self-treatment". The best result is achieved by cooperating with and trusting the masters of their craft.