Littleton Auto Repair

Just like how you have to stay hydrated, your vehicle does too! We acknowledge that it can even be a challenge for us to remember to drink liquids. Fortunately, the team at South Park Tire & Auto is here to help you remember to keep your vehicle hydrated. Certain fluids in your car need to stay performing in tip-top shape, including your engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, and brake fluid.  The South Park Tire & Auto team strives to ensure your vehicle’s longevity, driveability, and performance. Here is why each fluid is important:  Engine oil: we all heard of an oil change, but you would be surprised to learn how many people actually forget about this vital service. Your engine is comprised of various components -- oil provides lubrication to all those moving parts and reduces friction. Without oil in your vehicle or even dirty oil, your engine will wear down much quicker.  Transmission oil: y ... read more

The South Park Tire & Auto team is eternally grateful for our customers at South Park Tire & Auto. When you walk through the doors of our shop, you can expect to be greeted with a warm smile, sincere concern, and precise auto repair. We are on your side -- our goal is your vehicle’s safety and security.    We recognize that for many of our clients it can be challenging to stick to a strict budget. To show both our appreciation for you and to ensure you can stay on a preventative maintenance schedule within your budget, we offer the following upcoming specials:    GOOD YEAR REBATE -- GET UP TO $150 CASH BACK: When you purchase a set of four (4) Good Year select tires receive up to $150 in rebates. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. See shop for details.  MAINTENANCE SPECIAL -- $15 OFF SERVICE OVER $150; $25 OFF SERVICE OVER ... read more

Valentine’s Day might look a little different this year, but it is still the perfect time to show your appreciation and gratitude toward that special someone in your life. Fortunately, for Littleton residents and South Park Tire & Auto clients, we live in such a beautifully breathtaking state home to many scenic drives.  Why not spend this Valentine’s Day with two of your loved ones, your sweetheart and your trusty sidekick, your vehicle? The team at South Park Tire & Auto has compiled seven stunning and of course, romantic drives in Colorado:  US Highway 285: Winding through Denver to New Mexico, this scenic drive is the absolutely best way to be reacquainted with Colorado. You will pass the Collegiate Peaks, Pikes Peak, and other breathtaking mountain ranges. You can stop along the way at some of our favorite mountain towns.  Million Dollar Highway: Million Dollar Highway is for those adrenaline junkies out there, as this drive has been referred ... read more

2021 is officially here, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what the New Year holds for us. We are also so grateful for our clients’ continued support, and we look forward to seeing you and servicing your vehicle in the school year. The team at South Park Tire & Auto Center wishes you a safe and happy New Year!  The New Year is also the time for fresh starts. For many of us, we are already starting to think of our New Year’s resolutions. The team at South Park Tire & Auto Center is here to help. We spend so much time in our vehicles that they are practically a member of our families. It makes sense to think of resolutions geared toward our vehicles. Here are our New Year’s resolutions for having a happier and healthier vehicle:  Replace your engine air filter. Your engine air filter prevents debris and dirt from entering your engine. When your air filter needs to be replaced, all those contaminants can build up and harm your vehicle. It i ... read more

Winter doesn’t just affect us -- it affects our vehicle too. With winter quickly approaching, we will be breaking out our scarves, jackets, and other cold-weather items. Just like how we are preparing for winter, our vehicle needs to prepare too. Cold temperatures can negatively affect individual components of your vehicle, which subsequently affect your vehicle’s performance.  We encourage you to bring your vehicle to our shop, so our technicians can thoroughly inspect the following parts of your vehicle and provide a little extra TLC if needed:  Tires: When your tires are exposed to cold temperatures, the air in your tires will contract, which leads to your tire pressure dropping. Low tire pressure can result in poor traction and, even in difficult situations, tire failure pressure. Also, the chilly air can cause the rubber on your tires to harden, making it harder for your tires to gain traction on the road.  Battery: During winter, we use specific elec ... read more

Time flies by and it is officially Fall. When we think of Autumn, we think of falling leaves, hot chocolate, and pumpkins, but it is also a perfect time to take care of your vehicle. Fall is an excellent time to start preparing for winter, as many of us will drive in wet, snowy, or chilly weather this autumn. To prepare for the upcoming weather changes, the team at South Park Tire & Auto has compiled areas of your vehicle that need a little extra TLC:  Don’t forget about your tire pressure! Our technicians certainly have not! Tires can actually lose one pound of pressure for every 10 degrees of Fahrenheit. During autumn, the temperatures begin to make their descent, so right now is an excellent time to have your tire pressure inspected by our team.  Think about making the switch to winter tires! Once your temperature drops below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, your tire’s ability to grip the road quickly decreases, especially if that tire is all-season. If you are d ... read more

We recognize that Halloween might look a little different this year, especially since it is the COVID-19 era. If you are struggling to think of how to celebrate Halloween, we would recommend trunk or treating! It is a fun, festive, and family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween that involves candy, cars, and costumes.  We also love how trunk or treating involves your vehicle -- it is an excellent way to bring your whole family together as you decide how to dress up your car to commemorate the holiday. You could go for a scary look, or even recreate your children’s favorite movie. Here are a few ideas of how to dress up your vehicle for Halloween:  How about coffee and cars?  We love this classic Halloween look!    Who else loves Harry Potter?    If your family is a fan of the “Wizard of Oz,” this would be a great option!  These are just a few ideas of what you and your family can do for Halloween, but the South Park Tire &am ... read more

Maintaining your tires is one of the most important vehicle safety components, regardless of whether you are driving an SUV, truck, or car. Not only does it ensure your safety, but it also provides the safety of your passengers and other drivers on the road. If your vehicle runs out of gas, you will slowly come to a stop. If an engine doesn’t receive preventative maintenance, it, most likely, will refuse to start. Driving on vehicles with incorrect tire pressure is risky -- disaster could strike at any time and any speed, as it affects how your vehicle responds to steering and braking input. Tires with incorrect pressure aren’t only dangerous, but can also change your vehicle’s gas mileage and overall performance.  When you drive on underinflated tires, the contact patch between your car and the road surface increases, this increased contact patch leads to more friction between the tire and road surface, which results in more wear on the tire and fuel consumptio ... read more

Even though the school's status in the fall (whether it will be online or on-campus) is up in the air, so to speak, it is still essential to take certain precautions when driving near a school zone. It is easy to get lost in our head during our drive, or perhaps, you are late to work and have to make a mad dash through a school zone. Either way, it is imperative to slow down, monitor your surroundings, and keep your eyes peeled for eager little ones.  If you are dropping your little one off at school or have to drive through a school zone to get to work, we recommend reading and following these tips and tips designed to ensure you drive safely in school zones:  Just in case you didn’t know -- it is illegal to pass a school bus from behind. If you see a bus stopped, and children are either getting on or off, make sure you come to a stop and patiently wait. One of the most common bus-related accidents involving children is caused by drivers illegally passing a stopp ... read more

Summer can certainly take a toll on your vehicle. Just like how you have to break out your bathing suit, generously apply your sunscreen, and drink plenty of water, your vehicle also needs a little extra TLC. Without proper maintenance, your vehicle will be prone to overheating, since it will be working extra hard in the scorching summer heat.  The team at South Park Tire & Auto Center recommends these maintenance services to ensure your vehicle doesn’t overheat in the summer:  Your vehicle will need an oil service. Your vehicle’s oil keeps your engine lubricated, which will reduce friction and any heat buildup in your engine. Because of high temperatures, your vehicle is more likely to overheat in the summer, so your oil is even more crucial in providing that essential lubrication.  While you are at, make sure all your fluids are inspected. In fact, all the fluids in your vehicle play an important role in keeping your vehicle cool and comfortable in t ... read more