Vancouver Auto Repair

What’s Wrong with Your Car’s Torque Converter? Is your torque converter up to par? First off, you’re probably asking: “what’s a torque converter?” A torque converter isn’t exactly the most well-known part of a vehicle, but like any other part, it plays an important role in your car’s operation. What Is a Torque Converter? Your engine uses the transmission to transfer power from itself to your wheels via the torque converter. If the torque converter goes bad it can cause transmission problems. That’s why it’s important to be aware of what things to look for. And if you do notice any of these issues, then make sure you bring your vehicle into Hoesly Eco Automotive. We’ll find the problem and fix it in our Vancouver auto repair shop. Top Signs Your Torque Converter Is Bad Here are the top signs that your torque converter is bad, and what to do about them. Poor ... read more

Are Your Spark Plugs Due for a Change – Vancouver Auto Repair   No matter what kind vehicle you drive, at some point it’s going to need some parts, unless you buy a new car every 5,000 – 10,000 miles. But who can afford to do that? Every part of your vehicle has a lifespan and some parts last longer than others. In fact, some parts last longer on one vehicle than the same part on another vehicle. For example, your spark plugs are going to need to be replaced, but it could be as early as 30,000 miles, while some plugs could last as long as 100,000 miles.   So, what about your spark plugs? Do you know the last time they were changed? Chances are if your car isn’t having any issues then your spark plugs are fine. But if you’ve noticed anything unusual lately, then it could be your plugs. Here are some of the top signs your spark plugs could some new spark ... read more

How To Keep a High Mileage Car Running Smoothly in Vancouver Happy New Year from Hoesly Automotive! We hope you and yours had a wonderful and safe Christmas and New Year’s celebration. We are excited for another new year and thankful to be in business serving the good people of Clark County. We look forward to taking care of all your auto repair needs and we promise to continue providing you honest, reliable, and expert auto care in Vancouver that you can count on. As we start another new year that means we are all getting older. It also means your car, truck, crossover, or SUV is another year older. And in most cases, that means the miles are adding up. But just because your car has a lot of miles, that doesn’t mean you can’t still get a lot more out of it. High mileage cars often need more attention than cars with fewer miles. But for the most part, if you take care of them, high mileage vehicles will run as smoothly as most other cars. R ... read more

Right now, people are paying high prices and vehicles are hard to come by. In some cases, people have even paid more for a used vehicle than the price of a new one for the same model. If you’ve been looking for a pre-owned car lately, then you know the used car market is crazy When purchasing a used vehicle, you always have to be sure you are getting a car that’s still in good working condition. But in the current market, you have to be completely sure you know what you’re getting for the money. While many used cars are in very good shape these days, they are still used. So, you never really know for sure exactly what kind of condition a vehicle might be in. That’s why getting a pre-purchase inspection is a very smart move.   Make Sure You Know the Whole Story   These days, there are many online resources that can give you an idea of a vehicle’s history. T ... read more