A & J Automotive - Auto Repair in Raleigh

"Thank you for being such wonderful, honest and trustworthy people. We wouldn't take our business anywhere else because we know we couldn't find better."
- Alan & Sandy B. of Raleigh

"I just wanted to send you guys a quick thanks and let you know you are one of a kind! The mechanic magicians."
- Lizette T. of Raleigh

"Just want to say “thanks” for being a mechanic I can trust when my car breaks down and someone I can call with something as simple as a dead battery on a rainy day."
- Susan C. of Raleigh

"I really wanted to thank you for being the honest, kind-hearted person you are. It is wonderful to know that there is a reliable, honest mechanic to trust."
- Rudi of Raleigh

"Dependable, quality service like yours is very much appreciated. We look forward to dealing with you in the future and will continue to give great recommendations to others with automotive needs."
- David & Dale O. of Raleigh

"They have always stood behind their work and taken care of any issues that may arise...they help me keep up with any warranty work so that we are not double-billed. It is very nice having them take care of my fleet!"
- Lenny Fisher, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

"A&J provides great service at a fair price. We trust them."
- Bob A. of Cary

"I've been going to A&J essentially since they opened. That says it all!! They're excellent."
- Barry T. of Wake Forest

"Amazing service, honest work!"
- Amanda P. of Raleigh

"Always fair, professional, and fun to get car work done! "
- Jim M. of Raleigh

"I'm a 15+ year dedicated customer."
- Jay W. of Wake Forest

"Always professional - I trust A&J for honest assessment and care of my car."
- Terri P. of Knightdale

"These guys are the best!!"
- Betty L. of Raleigh

"They ensure my satisfaction!"
- Val E. of Raleigh

"We always get excellent service, thank you so much!!"
- Joyce B. of Raleigh

"Excellent in every way!!"
- Lisa H. of Raleigh

"A&J has done all my service for 10 years. They are the best!!!"
- Jim W. of Raleigh

"I'm treated with respect and never taken advantage of because I'm a woman."
- Carol R. of Raleigh

How to Improve Your Car’s Gas Mileage
Here are some of the things you can do to ensure improved gas mileage for your car:

Keep your car clean. Mud on the undercarriage can weigh a significant amount and slow you down.

Consolidate your daily trips and errands. This will also save you the cost of restarting your engine, which uses a lot of gas.

Avoid air conditioning when possible. However, when driving at higher speeds, having your windows open also creates drag.

Don’t throttle the gas or brake! Sudden starts or stops use more gas than gradual changes of speed.

Don’t idle for too long. Turn off the engine if you anticipate a lengthy wait.

Limit car warm-ups in winter.

Clear out the trunk. More weight, more drag.

Avoid high speeds. We know this is almost impossible to resist but you can improve your gas mileage about 15 percent by driving at 55 mph rather than 65 mph.

Use overdrive. If your car is equipped with overdrive gearing use it as soon as your speed is high enough.

Use cruise control. Keeping a constant speed is ideal for improving your gas mileage.

Improve the spark to your engine. This way, the air and fuel mixture will be burnt better.

Improve your intake/output system. Helping gas get in and exhaust out of your vehicle will improve overall performance and gas mileage.

Reduce friction. Use high-quality or synthetic motor oil.

Check your oil! Low oil makes your engine work harder.

Change your filters. Dirty filters can sometimes increase the amount of fuel your vehicle is using by 10 percent.

Keep tires properly inflated and aligned. Check regularly to ensure your wheels are fully inflated and your alignment is good.

Get regular engine tune-ups and car maintenance checks. A lot can go wrong with a car. Damaged spark plugs or transmission problems can also contribute to poor gas mileage.