Auto Tech Automotive Inc
22008 Saint Rose Road, Highland, IL 62249 618.654.4151

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Prevent Costly Repairs

You’ve probably seen auto parts delivery trucks in Highland making their rounds. Every part has a story behind it. Unfortunately, some of the stories are tales of repairs that could have been pr...
Published on: Mar 02, 2025

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: Nov 03, 2024

OEM or Aftermarket? (Choosing Replacement Parts)

It happens – a part on your vehicle breaks or just wears out.  The replacement part is very important. You want it to last and perform like new.  That’s why your NAPA AutoCare Ce...
Published on: Sep 01, 2024

Auto Repair Ethics in Highland

We’re going to be talking about the ethics of automotive repair.  Unfortunately, every profession has some bad actors that hurt the reputation of everyone else.  In the automotive worl...
Published on: Jun 16, 2024

TSB, not USB

You probably know that USB is a computer term (it stands for Universal Serial Bus). But do you know what a TSB is? You should, because it could be important for your vehicle. A TSB is a Technical Ser...
Published on: Apr 01, 2024

Don't Store These in a Cold Vehicle (Items to Avoid Storing in a Freezing Vehicle)

The other day, a man walked into a restaurant carrying a can of paint. He had just bought the latex paint at the local home improvement store, and he was stopping for lunch. "Latex paint is water-bas...
Published on: Dec 06, 2023

Deciphering the Menu Board: A to Z

You may not be familiar with all of the items on your Highland 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...
Published on: Sep 03, 2023

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 31, 2023