Littleton Auto Repair

The team at South Park Tire & Auto appreciates you. We are grateful for each and every one of our clients, which is why we offer you several ongoing specials to choose from. During these difficult and unprecedented times, we may find ourselves sticking a strict budget, and we may find this regime to be especially stressful. However, the team at South Park Tire & Auto recognizes that you have enough to worry about. We are here to ease your worries by offering services designed to secure the health and safety of your vehicle. We are trying our best to make auto repair easy for you and your family. Take a look at the upcoming specials we offer at South Park Tire & Auto in Littleton, CO. If you have any questions; we encourage you to ask.  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 SPE ... read more

We have all been to the gas station and seen the three types of gasoline. Have you ever wondered which gasoline is best for your vehicle, or even if there is a gasoline right for your make and model of car? The team at South Park Tire & Auto is here to help answer all your questions about which gasoline is right for your vehicle.  What type of gas your vehicle should use depends on what level of octane your vehicle requires. Typically, regular fuel is 87 octane, premium is 91 or 93, and mid grade is often 89. Octane measures the gasoline’s resistance to preignition; the higher the octane, the less likely it will be to detonate. What does mean for you, and what type of gas your vehicle needs? Your car’s owner manual will specify which level of octane your car requires. For example, if the owner manuel says 91-93 level octane, you should only use premium gas.  Some engines use a higher compression ratio to produce more power, which means they compress the fuel ... read more

The team at South Park Tire & Auto wants you to feel safe and secure while you are out on the roads in Littleton. If you are driving along, perhaps to your daughter’s soccer game or to the morning meeting across town, and you hear one of these noises, don’t worry; instead, simply bring your vehicle to the technicians at South Park Tire & Auto.  Here are 10  auto repair-related noises you should not ignore:  Clicking when turning High pitched squealing when you accelerate.  Metallic screeching Brake clunking A Hissing Noise  Tapping or clicking noise coming from under your hood.  Squeaking and grinding  Rattling  Thumping  Humming or whirring  Each one of these sounds can indicate something different, ranging from a tiny issue to a bigger problem. The team at South Park Tire & Auto will perform a diagnostic inspection to figure out the root cause of the sound, just like a bloodhound with a scent. We wil ... read more

It seems as if we just got finished with the holidays, but we have another one just around the corner: Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show your appreciation for your loved ones, including your vehicle. You can enjoy your ride along the way to any of these romantic destinations, spending time with both your vehicle and your beloved.  Here are 10 romantic places to drive your sweetheart to in and near Littleton, CO:  Roxborough State Park Hudson Gardens Breckenridge Brewery Chatfield State Park Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield Farms Deer Creek Canyon Park Roxborough Skate Park Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre  Denver Botanic Gardens  Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey Tour  Before you set out on your romantic drive, make a pit stop to South Park Tire & Auto in Littleton, CO. Our technicians will perform a thorough inspection to ensure each component of your engine is in working order. This way, you won’t have to w ... read more

Happy New Year’s from the team at South Park & Auto in Littleton! We are here to wish you a safe and happy 2020 and decade. The key to keeping your vehicle happy and healthy begins with tire maintenance, and fortunately, the team at South Park Tire & Auto are experts at tire maintenance.  Here is why tire maintenance is so important:  Tire Rotation: The tires in the front and back of your vehicle will operate at different loads and perform different steering and braking function, which will result in unequal wear pattern. To prolong the performance if your tires, tire rotation is a must. Typically, tire rotation will occur between 5,000 and 7,000 miles. However, this mile range can fluctuate depending on how you drive.  Tire Balancing: Properly balanced tires equal even tread wear and an extended life. When your tires are balanced, our technicians will attach small weights to your wheels to limit vibration when turn down the streets of Littleton. Wheneve ... read more

December is one of our favorite times of year -- we love breaking out the holiday decorations, planning that road trip to Grandma’s house, and bundling up in our coziest jacket. It is important to take advantage of this festive time of year. The team at Sout Park Tire & Auto has compiled a list of fun December events around Littleton:  Colorado Christmas Adventure Friday, Dec 6  Mission Hills Church Littleton Campus, 620 Southpark Dr Littleton, CO Santa Stampede 5K/10K Saturday, Dec 7  Littleton Littleton, CO Tom Munch at Littleton Museum Holidays Evening Sun, Dec 8, 6:30 – 9:00 PM Littleton Museum, 6028 S Gallup St Littleton, CO Colorado Christmas Adventure Fri, Dec 6 – Sat, Dec 7 Red Rocks Church - Littleton Campus, 9136 W Bowles Ave Littleton, CO Carols for Kids Sat, Dec 14, 11 AM – 12 PM Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S Datura St Littleton, CO Skate with Santa at the Edge Ice Arena Sun, Dec ... read more

November is the perfect time to winterize your car. It is the calm before the storm, so to speak, as the holidays -- Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years -- are quickly approaching. Before the holiday hecticness, bring your vehicle to our shop for an inspection, and we will make sure your car is ready to face whatever Mother Nature throws our way this winter in Littleton, CO:  Here is how we plan to winterize your vehicle:  Whenever someone thinks of auto repair, they can’t help but think of an oil change. Even though an oil change is well-known, you may be surprised to learn how many people put this service off. When the temperature drops, your oil automatically thickens. If your oil is especially gunky or dirty, this thickening can be much more detrimental to your engine. Your oil won’t do its job -- lubricate your engine.  Your windshield wipers are your first line of defense against the elements. Imagine you are caught in a snow storm, and your winds ... read more

Halloween is supposed to be scary for all the right reasons -- the creepy goblins, spooky ghosts, and manic monsters -- not for the unusual sounds emanating from your engine. If you are hearing any of these sounds, you can think of it as your engine’s cry for help. There is no reason to stress; instead, simply bring your vehicle to South Park Tire & Auto in Littleton.  Here are some scary sounds that mean it’s time for a service:  Any sound you hear when you turn around a corner.  An unusual flapping sound.  If your car has a manual transmission, and you hear a grinding noise when you change gears.  Hissing or sizzling coming from under your hood.  A knocking sound originating from your engine.  Loud bangs.  Humming sounds coming from underneath your car.  Rattling noises from under your vehicle.  Your vehicle starts to roar when you accelerate.   Your vehicle starts to make squealing noises when you ... read more

The team at South Park Tire & Auto are all about tires, as we are the tire experts in the region. We want to educate you about your tires, so you can be confident and secure about the condition of your tires. Before you embark on your busy day or perhaps you have a road trip scheduled, here is how to make sure your tires are road-worthy:  Tire pressure affects the performance and safety of your tires. At least once a week, you can check your tire pressure using a tire gauge. It may be smart to inspect your tires every time you fill up your gas tank. Routine wear and tear can reduce your tire pressure, which is why it is important to examine your tires before and after any long drives. Our team at South Park Tire & Auto can show you how to safely examine your tire pressure.  Take a look at that tire tread. While tires can last up to ten years, your tread usually diminishes much quicker than that. If your tires have no tread, your vehicle will have no traction for wet ... read more

Summer is almost over, which means back-to-school season is fast-approaching. Time is of the essence to get those last road trips in. If you are planning any trips with your little ones, you are going to need to be keep them entertained, so you can focus on driving. Keep your kids entertained with these quick tips:  Turn your backseat into a movie theater, complete with a mobile entertainment system, and of course, popcorn!  Pack a treasure chest filled with non-perishable, non-messy snacks, coloring books, stickers, and toys.  Break out the iPad and find some fun and engaging apps.  Bring some creative snacks, such as a cheerio necklace.  Make sure to plan pit stops in advance, so you can take a break from driving and your little ones can stretch their legs.  How about a road trip playlist? Put together some sings destined to have you and your kids singing along.  Last but not least, keep a secret stash of toys handing. When everything else ha ... read more