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Warning Lights and What They Mean to the Driver

Warning Lights and What They Mean to the Driver

We have all experienced that feeling of cruising down the road, sun shining, wind blowing, listening to your favorite music and out of nowhere…that ugly red or yellow warning indicator pops up on your dashboard. You’ve got a problem!  What do you do next? That all depends on what you see. The first thing you should do is identify the color and type of malfunction indicator or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light).  There are multiple MIL’s and these lights come on for various reasons and are specific to a system of the car.  Take note if you hear, see, smell or feel anything abnormal about your vehicle’s operation.  Warning lights will usually fit into one of two categories. If the light is RED, this is serious.  You should immediately look for a safe place to pull the car over and turn the vehicle off as to avoid any further damage to the vehicle or to avoid any potentially unsafe conditions.  Generally, a red ... read more

Back to School with Asian Imports

Back to School with Asian Imports

As we approach the tail end of Summer 2019 in Las Vegas and surrounding communities, it is a time to reflect on what was hopefully a great off season with wonderful memories of vacations, food, friends and family.  It is also the time where the kids are going back to school and families are preparing to commute more with the added scholastic activities. Asian Imports Auto is here to help you navigate safely with a few safety tips.   Be sure to check the tire pressures for proper inflation, especially as temperatures start to change.  Make sure the tire tread depth is at a safe level. The end of Summer also marks the beginning of monsoon season in the Southwest United States and it’s a good time to replace those dried out, scratchy wiper blades so you will be able to see when the heavy rains come.  Make sure all your exterior lights are functioning as there may be cloudy dark periods during your daytime commute. Returning to school may m ... read more

HYBRID CARS

HYBRID CARS

Hybrid Car Fun Facts Hybrid cars are vehicles that have more than one on-board energy source to achieve and maintain propulsion. Hybrid cars have a traditional internal- combustion system and fuel tank, in addition to one or more electric motor and battery pack. We’ve put together some interesting facts about hybrid engines for you. The first hybrid engine was built in 1902 by Ferdinand Porsche, yes, that Porsche! It was his second car creation and could travel nearly 40 miles on its battery. In 1976 Toyota — wins the hybrid car race — built its first hybrid while General Electric was constructing a parallel-hybrid sedan. In 1997, Toyota wins again and the Prius hits the Japanese market, which doesn’t make it to the United States until 2000. In 1999 the Honda Insight is the first hybrid car to hit the mass market in the United States. The quest for hybrid cars w ... read more

MORE WAYS TO PREPARE YOUR IMPORT CAR FOR WINTER

In our last blog we began to cover a few ways in which you can get your vehicle prepared for colder, winter months. As a trusted Asian auto repair business in Las Vegas, we know exactly what you need to do to make sure your vehicle is in good working order for winter and we can help you make sure you’re ready to go! Today we’re going to go over a few more ways in which you can make sure your vehicle is prepared for winter. Examine your belts and hoses before the temperatures start to drop! When you come to us to have a full service done on your vehicle, we’ll make sure to check your belts and hoses for wear and tear. Don’t forget to check your tire pressure, too! It’s important that your tires are properly inflated to ensure that you’ll have the best possible traction as you drive. The air pressure in your tires has likely dropped as the weather has gotten colder, so it’s important to see where things stand now. Consider switching to snow tires if your climate ca ... read more

GET YOUR ASIAN IMPORT CAR READY FOR WINTER

Asian Imports is a family owned and operated business located in the heart of Summerlin. We specialize in Asian auto repair right here in Las Vegas! Whether you have a Honda, Subaru, Nissan, or Toyota – we’re here to help! While the winter doesn’t get too harsh here in Las Vegas, our temperatures do drop a bit. Today we’re going to give you a few tips on how to keep your vehicle in good working order this winter. Make sure you’re getting the right type of oil change! Are you approaching the 30,000-mile full-service time for your vehicle? If you are, now is the perfect time to stop putting that off.Among other things, the service should include an oil changeand the oil used should have the right viscosity, or thickness, for your vehicle at this time of year. Can you see? When was the last time you replaced your wiper blades? Wiper blades only last for about a year and you should really be switching out your blades twice a year (once in spring and once in fall). Also, do ... read more

QUALIFIED AND HONEST MECHANICS

Asian Imports in southwest Las Vegas and Summerlin has your local experts for service and repairs for Asian made cars and motorcycles. We service domestic cars and trucks as well. Not all service garages handle hybrids technology, but we do! No matter the make or model of car you have, we can handle it! What makes us qualified? We are committed to being the best, and moreover, staying the best. This means staying up-to-date on the latest technology. Click here to view the certificates that our technician have under their belts. You’ll see that hybrid technology, air/fuel theory diagnostics, and alternate fuel technician certificates are just a few of the qualifications that we can offer you and your vehicle. Integrity! One the top qualifications that any mechanic can offer you is integrity. We don’t want you to come in and pay for service for something that is a simple glitch. That’s why we have a whole page dedicated ... read more

CAN YOUR CAR BEAT THE HEAT?

Asian Imports of Las Vegas offers Honda and Toyota repair at two convenient locations, one in Summerlin and in southwest Las Vegas. We also offer Nissan and Subaru repair as well so no matter what Asian import you drive, we can provide the service you are looking for. The summer forecast in Las Vegas is easy to predict with just two words: hot and dry. This extreme weather can take it’s toll on your car. Here are some things to do to help get your car ready for the summer heat. Air Conditioning Check Have your mechanic check the airfilter entering the air conditioner. Oil Change Sure this is a regular maintenance chore but summer time is no time to have your engine run out of oil. Bring your Asian import in for an oil change. Test your battery If you battery is old, it could die in the summer heat. It’s a good idea to have it tested at least once in the summer. Take care of your paint. Out on a coat of wax to protect your car’s paint job from the brutal Nev ... read more

HOW TO CHOOSE A MECHANIC

So you need a Asian import mechanic for your Honda, Subaru or Toyota! maybe you are new to town, or maybe you feel like your old mechanic ripped you off and you need to switch. We’ve put together some tips on how to find a mechanic that will repair your car or truck right the first time and without overcharging you. Experience with your car in particular. Not all mechanics handle foreign and domestic vehicle alike. Further, not all mechanics repair hybrids so if you have a hybrid make sure your mechanic is learning on your car! Trustworthy. Ask around! Do your friends, coworkers or neighbors have a mechanic they’ve been dealing with and trust? Word of mouth is a powerful thing for mechanics and so you should take advantage of any networks you are part of and get recommendations. Do they guarantee their work? A good mechanic will guarantee their work for 12 months. Are they willing to give you an estimate upfront? If not, move on. Look online. Nowaday ... read more

IS YOUR CAR READY FOR YOUR HOLIDAY ROAD-TRIP?

Gas prices are so low! The national average is now under $3, and it’s just in time for the holidays. Unfortunately, it is just as expensive as it ever was to fly, which has many people planning to hit the road this holiday season. Are you planning on piling your family into your Toyota and heading out onto the open road in just a few weeks? If so, you need to make sure that everything is working properly before you go, and your friends at Asian Imports can help. We are your premier source for Toyota repair in Las Vegas, and we can make sure that your car will be ready for your long road-trip ahead. A great thing to take advantage of before you hit the road is our Oil Change & Tire Maintenance Package. This package comes with a full service oil change, a new filter, 5 quarts of oil, a tire rotation, a brake inspection, and a full, 27 point inspection! At other auto shops, you can expect to pay an arm and a leg for this kind of package, but not with us! We o ... read more

RELIABLE TOYOTA REPAIR IN LAS VEGAS

Toyota makes automobiles that are meant to last, but unless you keep up with regular maintenance on your Toyota it isn’t likely to. Here at Asian Imports out specialty is providing you with affordable maintenance solutions, so that we can keep your Toyota running strong. We are truly your best source for reliable Toyota Repair in Las Vegas. Regular oil changes are key to keeping your Toyota running strong for years. It is also important to rotate your tires and keep up with regular break inspections. Here at Asian Imports, we understand what a difference regular maintenance makes, which is why we offer such great deals. Right now we are offering 50% off for an oil chance, break inspection, tire rotation, and a 27 point inspection. You will get all of this for only $24.95. Just because regular maintenance is necessary does not mean that it has to be expensive! We love to work on cars and save our customers money. We are constantly updating on ... read more

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