Burbank Auto Repair

Keep Your Ride Smooth and Your Tires Happy. Maintaining your tires is crucial for ensuring your vehicle remains in excellent condition, yet it's often overlooked because of common misconceptions. Many drivers underestimate the importance of regular tire rotations, resulting in missing out on vital services. At Future Auto Service in Burbank, CA, we highlight the benefits of routine tire rotations and demonstrate how they can enhance your car's performance and increase its longevity. The Basics of Tire Rotation Tire rotation involves repositioning your vehicle's tires, typically by swapping the front and rear ones and occasionally changing their orientation. The primary purpose is to promote even wear across all tires, thereby prolonging their lifespan. Let’s explore why this seemingly simple task is so important. Myth 1: Only Necessary When Tires Show Wear Many people mistakenly believ ... read more

Drive into Spring with Confidence and a Healthier Car. February is the perfect time to focus on giving your car some extra care. As winter's chill fades and spring nears, it's a prime opportunity to take care of those small yet vital repairs that can greatly affect your vehicle. At Future Auto Service in Burbank, CA, we're committed to helping drivers enhance their vehicle's performance. This month, let's explore how simple adjustments can extend your car’s lifespan and ensure it operates efficiently.  The Heart of the Matter: Engine TLC The engine of your car functions as its heartbeat, so keeping it in good condition is vital for a long and efficient journey on the road. Start by checking your oil. Regularly changing the oil helps prevent sludge buildup and keeps your engine well-lubricated. If it's been a while since you last changed it, now would be an excellent time to do so. As you'r ... read more

How Cooler Weather Affects Brake Fluid and Your Driving Experience As the weather cools in Burbank, those crisp mornings bring more than just an opportunity to wrap up in your favorite scarf or warm up the car before departing. The fluctuating temperatures can subtly impact several systems within your vehicle, including the brakes. Often overlooked but vital, brake fluid is a critical component that ensures an effective response when you press the pedal—even on chilly December mornings. By learning how cooler weather affects brake fluid, you can ensure your vehicle runs smoothly. Let's delve into the science behind it, identify warning signs of potential issues, and discuss steps to maintain peak performance. The Science Behind Brake Fluid and Temperature Changes Brake fluid is a hydraulic liquid engineered to function effectively across various temperatures. Its primary role is to transmit the force exer ... read more

November has arrived! But is your car ready for this winter & holiday season? After a long and hot summer here in LA there is no denying that all of our cars have been through a lot. As our climate here in California changes throughout fall, it is important to give your car some tender loving care to prepare it for a busy holiday and Christmas season. Here at FAS we take car maintenance and auto repair very seriously and don't want to see you stranded on the side of the road with your family missing Thanksgiving Dinner. That's why we have come up with a Car Care Checklist to make sure you are traveling safely around Burbank and Los Angeles through the rest of the year into 2025.   Important Maintenance Items to Consider   Safety InspectionTires & Alignment ... read more

  Today we are talking brakes! They are one of the most crucial components of any motor vehicle out on the road and are essential to slowing down your car and at the same time ensure safety for yourself and others on Burbank's roads. However, not all brakes are the same. Did you know there are two largely different types of brake systems on cars? In this blog post, we will do a crash course on the two kinds of conventional brake systems: Drum Brakes and Disk Brakes! So stick around to find out how these two brake systems are different, which ones you have on your car, and how they are serviced!   A Brief History About Brakes   The first ever car with brakes was introduced by the Frenchman Louis Renault in 1902. While disk and drum brakes saw the light of the world around the same time, the first mass-produced cars featured a drum brake system due to simpler technology and lower costs. Disk brakes didn't really become a thing until 1953 when ... read more