Florissant auto repair

The holidays are almost here, which means for some of us, prolonged road trips to Grandma’s house for either Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years! With holidays fast approaching, we might find ourselves spending time out on the roads and possibly in the snow!  The team at Gary’s Auto Service is here to help! Here are tips for staying safe in the snow:  Slow down! It is important to remember that everything needs to be done slower in the snow, including accelerating, decelerating, and turning. When the pavement is covered in ice or snow, caution is key.  Give yourself extra time to brake to ensure you stay in control over your vehicle.  Make sure to keep longer following distance between you and the next car than normal.  All-Wheel Drive is helpful, but it doesn’t always make a difference. In spots of black ice, AWD won’t help you stop faster than a front-wheel or rear-wheel-drive vehicle.  Keep a steady pace at all times, goi ... read more

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Everywhere across our fair nation, families are preparing to spend time together over the holiday season. There are a lot more cars on the road right now, which means there are some extra tips to keep in mind. Here are our top dos and don’ts: Don’t:  Drink and drive This one maybe goes without saying, but please designate a driver or else take Uber or Lyft if you plan to drink. It just isn’t worth it!   Plan too much There is a tendency to overbook oneself during the holidays. It takes longer to get places, and everyone is stressed. Road rage can be worse this time of year, so take a breath, and remember you don’t have to do it all. Speed The police are out in full force this time of year, and anyway, speeding is dangerous for lots of reasons. Give yourself extra time to course correct and drive at or below the speed limit.  Forget to breathe and relax It’s easy to get anxious with all of th ... read more

It’s already April, and Spring Break is coming up very quickly for many families. The Easter Break is a well-earned break indeed, but also an opportunity for adventure and family visits. Of course, our favorite adventure is a road trip to see the beauty surrounding Florissant and the St. Louis region.   For those of you who look forward to the beautiful destinations as well as the journey, we have some great recommendations for you:   Forest Park Saint Ferdinand Park Koch Park Dunegant Park Old St. Ferdinand Shrine Missouri Botanical Garden Conservation Areas Jefferson National Expansion Memorial Park Laumeier Sculpture Park​   Of course, are likely to be driving your family vehicle to get to these places. The team at Gary’s Auto Service has your safety and well-being at its top priority. If your vehicle needs repair or maintenance service before you go exploring during the Spring Break / Easter Break, come see us in Florissant. Got questions ... read more