Louisville auto repair

We all remember how exciting it was when we first got our driver’s license! For many of us, our driver’s license signals our first step into adulthood. We can’t wait to test our newfound freedom on the open road. However, that freedom comes with a price -- we have to learn how to handle new situations and possible problems as new drivers.  The team at Tony’s Brake & Alignment has put together a list of five things all student drivers need to know. We encourage you to share these tips with your teen driver, and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have:  What to do when driving in the rain: First, turn on your headlights, taillights, and windshield wipers. Next, slow and steady always wins the race. Slow down and keep a healthy distance between you and the car in front of you, just in case of any sudden stops.  What to do with a flat tire: If you notice your vehicle has a flat tire, pull over ... read more

We can’t believe Spring is here! We can’t wait to see the sun shining, the flowers blossoming, and the days growing longer. At Tony’s Brake & Alignment, our team is looking forward to the change in seasons. Even though Spring is a welcome change from winter, it is also allergy season. Spring is notorious for the amount of pollen in the air.  Not only does pollen affect you, but it can also affect your vehicle. Your vehicle has two crucial air filters -- the cabin air filter and the engine air filter. Your vehicle has an intake system that draws air into the engine. This air must be free of debris, dirt, dust, and of course, pollen. Your engine air filter protects your engine from these particles by ensuring only clean air reaches the inside of your engine. If your engine air filter is worn or dirty, the chance of contaminated air sneaking into your engine is much higher.  While your engine air filter is responsible for your engine’s health and ov ... read more

Even though winter may be almost over, Mother Nature certainly isn't finished -- Louisville is notorious for it's Spring rains. In fact, Kentucky is the third most dangerous state for driving in the rain. We all heard of the saying, "April showers bring May flowers," and March is the perfect time for a reminder of how wet and rainy Louisville can genuinely get.  A national safety organization, SafeWise, analyzed the number of fatal car crashes caused by the rain, and the results were alarming -- Kentucky had 67 fatal car crashes caused by the rain in 2016. Only Mississippi and Arkansas ranked higher than Kentucky. The team at Tony's Brake & Alignment is here to remind of several simple steps to take when driving or preparing to drive in our potentially dangerous Spring rains:  Before driving anywhere, make sure to clear any ice and snow from your windows.  Make sure you always turn on your headlights and taillights for visibility.  When ... read more

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Even though Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show your loved ones just how much you care, there are certain things you can do throughout the year to show just how much that special someone means to you. Even the smallest act goes a long way.  The team at Tony’s Brake & Alignment proposes starting small -- it is the little things that go a long way. Here are ten ways to show your loved ones you care:  Fill up your sweetheart’s gas tank. This may seem small, but it goes a long way to show that you love and appreciate everything your special someone does for you.  Clean your loved one’s car’s interior. Get out that vacuum and clean out all those pesky crumbs.  Clean your sweetheart’s car’s exterior. Break out the car wash kit and get going. Imagine your loved one stepping into the garage and seeing a clean car ready to go!  How about a detailing service? If y ... read more

The team at Tony’s Brake & Alignment would like to wish you a safe and healthy New Year! We can’t believe how fast the year has gone by, and we look forward to seeing each of you in the New Year. We appreciate your ongoing support, and we are excited to see what 2021 holds for us.  We aren’t sure what 2021 will bring us, which means for many of us, we are expecting to be watching our budget very closely. Because the New Year means a fresh start, we thought it would be smart and beneficial to have a new, renewed focus on money this year. When it comes to your vehicle, the first step to saving money is preventative maintenance.  Your vehicle is one of the most important and expensive investments you will make in your lifetime. Just think of how much you rely on your car. It is a huge part of your everyday life, so it makes sense to protect such a precious investment and asset. To ensure the longevity and driveability of your vehicle, preventative mainten ... read more

Winter is quickly approaching! We can’t believe how fast the year flew by. It seems like just yesterday we were celebrating Easter. With winter almost here, we might find ourselves starting to plan the holidays while being mindful of COVID-19. With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, we might forget about the health and safety of your vehicle. Just like how you have to prepare for winter, your vehicle does too. The team at Tony’s Brake & Alignment is here to help ensure your vehicle is ready for winter!  To make sure your vehicle is ready for winter, our technicians will pay close attention to the following components, as they will be working extra hard during the winter:  Windshield wipers: When we think of auto repair, we tend to think of our brakes, tires, or even transmission, but our windshield wipers are also crucial to our overall safety on the road. Just imagine you are driving in the rain, and your windshield wipers aren’t working properly ... read more

Your vehicle is made up of various systems and components. For a safe and comfortable drive, each of these systems and components should perform in top condition. From your wheels to lights, each component plays a vital role in your vehicle's overall performance. At Tony's Brake & Alignment, we would like to emphasize the importance of a wheel alignment. Sometimes, it can be easy to forget about your wheels compared to your brakes or transmission. Still, a wheel alignment service is essential in preserving your vehicle's safety, driveability, and longevity.  What exactly is wheel alignment? When we say wheel alignment, we are referring to an adjustment of your vehicle's suspension or the system that connects your vehicle to its wheel. Essentially, it is not an adjustment to your tires or even wheels. We will adjust your tires' angle through your vehicle's suspension system, which ultimately affects how your tires and wheels connect with the road. Typic ... read more

How do you repair brakes? Let the auto repair team at Tony's Brake & Alignment count the ways… Brake repair and service is among our well-known specialties. Remember that old phrase, "How do you do that voodoo you do so well?" If you need a reminder, here's a fun version of that catchphrase from the film, Blazing Saddles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jS_Shu8y0sI&ab_channel=SaturdayNightLive <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jS_Shu8y0sI" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> All kidding aside, we understand that your vehicle's brakes are the number one safety feature. If you and your passengers want to avoid collisions, correctly operating braking systems are paramount. For three generations, Tony's Brake & Alignment has provided high-quality ... read more

Photo by Emmy Gaddy on Unsplash While the COVID pandemic has turned our world upside-down and created a "new normal" for many of us, some silver linings have emerged from the crisis. In this month's blog, the team at Tony's Brake & Alignment in Louisville, KY, wants to highlight one of these silver linings: Why American families take more advantage of 3-day weekends and road trips during the pandemic. The COVID era has changed the way we work, and we socialize, learn, and communicate. Social distancing, the caution around being face-to-face and in-person with others, has moved many people toward video conferencing options. Video conference calls allow people to work from home, attend online classes, and socialize wi ... read more