Roy Foster's Automotive
490 Keystone Avenue, Reno, NV 89503 775.786.1055

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Don't Blow a Gasket! (Valve Cover Gasket Replacement)

When you head out to your vehicle after it's been parked and notice oil leaking underneath it, that's something to have looked at right away.  Oil leaks mean your oil level is probably low, and r...
Published on: Dec 22, 2024

Getting Off to a Running Start (Starter Replacement)

When you start your vehicle’s engine, there’s another motor that makes that whole process possible.  It’s called the starter, and it’s a small electric motor that gets you...
Published on: Aug 04, 2024

Cold Facts about Heaters

Brrrr.  It's cold outside.  And if your vehicle's heater isn't working, then it's cold inside too.  No fun – and potentially dangerous: heat is needed to defrost your windshield.&...
Published on: Jan 22, 2023

Deciphering the Menu Board: A to Z

You may not be familiar with all of the items on your Reno auto service center's menu board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed. Remember, the board is ...
Published on: Nov 18, 2022

Six Warning Signs Your Vehicle Needs Service (Repair Warning Signs)

Some drivers don't worry at all about their vehicles and neglect taking them in for service.  Here are six warning signs that it's time to head over to your NAPA AutoCare Center and get things ch...
Published on: Oct 20, 2022

The 20.9 Percent Factor (Oxygen Sensor)

Do you know what gas makes up 20.9% of the air we breathe? It's oxygen.   Oxygen is an important part of the combustion process that enables your engine to make power.  The amount of ox...
Published on: Sep 07, 2022

Finding Vehicle Recall Information in Reno

No matter how well they’re made, vehicles will have design or manufacturing problems.  And when the government thinks a problem is really serious, they require the manufacturer to issue a r...
Published on: Sep 02, 2022

Light into Darkness (Vehicle Lighting)

You need to be able to see at night and have other vehicles see you as well.  Spend a few minutes to check and make sure all your vehicle's outside lights are working.  It might help to have...
Published on: Aug 03, 2022