Bremerton Auto Repair

Photo by Keagan Henman on Unsplash If you look at all that is happening this year, a myriad of changes are taking place in how we socialize, how we work, how we attend school, how we travel, how much we drive, how much we spend, etc. This leads to the question: What could a family’s fleet of vehicles look like in the near future as well as in the distant future? At LK’s Auto Repair in Bremerton, WA, we’ve been giving this question a lot of though. Before COVID-19, downtown Seattle city planners sought ways to reduce the number of cars in the area. Since March 2020, the global pandemic has drastically shifted everyone&rsqu ... read more

  Photo by Nikola Johnny Mirkovic on Unsplash When the time comes to get a new car, the typical path for most consumers is to get a loan, trade an old car in, and buy a vehicle outright. Many consumers will tell you that leasing a new car also offers some desirable advantages. But which option is best?  The answer is, keep your current car repaired! This is a terrible economy to have to take on a car loan or even a lease. Invest in keeping your current vehicle to last as long as possible. But when that's not possible, you must find that option that is best for YOU. The pros and cons of buying vs. leasing will not boil down to one single choice. Rather, the decision you make should take into consideration all the var ... read more

When money is tight, most car owners opt to maintain the car they have rather than buy a new one. But, if the car they currently have isn’t worth keeping, the desire for a new car or a “new” used car grows. When looking at all factors in a logical sense, not an emotional sense, how do you figure out if your car is worth keeping? If you have an emotional attachment to purchasing or leasing a newer vehicle, that’s fine. We get it. New or “new” cars are appealing! They are clean. They smell good. They look brighter and shinier. They hold the promise of a better experience. We understand all of this. Emotions are what drives people (no pun intended) to acquire a new vehicle. But let’s look at your current car from a logical perspective. Is it worth keeping? Here are some questions to ask yourself about your current vehicle:   Is it reliable? If not, what would it take to improve its dependability? Does it function well for you, your fami ... read more

Photo by Felipe Galvan on Unsplash Yay, June! Summer is here and a lot of us are motivated to get outside more while also following social distancing guidelines. Now that we are allowed to go enjoy state parks, golf courses, hunting, and fishing, so many of us are excited to travel this Summer. If you plan to hit the road to go hiking, golfing, fishing, or hunting, that’s great. Chances are good we may see you out there as well...at least 6-feet apart. But before you finalize your travel plans, we have a couple of suggestions on how to beat the heat in your vehicle this Summer. Get a complete safety check. A lot of our friends and neighbors haven’t been driving their cars as frequently or as long as they did in the pre-COVID ... read more

Possible Road Trip Ideas Around Seattle After COVID Lockdowns End With our beautiful backyard, there are so many places to adventure to and dream of visiting. Let's take a look at some of the highlights within 150 miles of us. The beautiful San Juan islands are simply glorious. If you have the time to make the trip, you truly will be glad that you did. Once you are out of the city and crossing the twin bridges over to Fidalgo Island, on your way to Anacortes, you will feel the difference in the air. There is something about the islands that feels magical. Taking the time to smell the salt air and ride a ferry over to a quiet island is a unique experience. Do you like mountains and lakes? Orcas is the island for you if you love rugged beaches and tranquil pastureland, Lopez is the place to go if you love lighthouses and a little nightlife, be sure to stay on San Juan. Do you love bridges? Thinking a little sun and a case of keeping it weird is just what the doctor ordered, head t ... read more