No one would go to a doctor they didn’t trust when their health was on the line, just as they wouldn’t knowingly take their financial portfolio to a financial advisor with a felony background for embezzlement.  The same logic holds true when bringing their car to an auto-repair shop.

A less than reputable auto-repair shop can leave you with costly and unnecessary auto-repair expenses. Trusting the wrong sort with your car can also leave you stranded on the side of the road somewhere when an improperly installed or defective part breaks down.

At Performance Unlimited, our recommendation is that you shop around. Ask others you know where they go for service and how they’ve been treated. Did their repair shop fix the problem and at the promised price? Once you’ve identified a shop with a good reputation, ask if they have proper certification, such as an Automotive Service Excellence seal. Are their certifications current?

Finally, ask them if they’re familiar working with your type of vehicle. Some shops only work on European or Japanese automobiles. If that’s the case, and that’s your type of vehicle, you may have a fit. But, keep in mind, specialization only has value where it’s matched by a positive reputation.

At Performance Unlimited, we’ve made a commitment to keep our auto-repair technicians up to date on training and knowledge of the latest vehicles on the road. They regularly attend classes on current changes in automotive technology, repair and diagnosis. This is a philosophy you’ll want to see in your auto-repair shop, too.

We think you’ll find these recommendations sound. However, if you’d appreciate another and impartial voice of reason you can check out what the Federal Trade Commission has to say about the matter. The FTC has published an online page titled “Taking the Scare Out of Auto Repair.” This is an excellent source of information about choosing an auto-repair shop and technician. It also provides excellent information about “unlocking the mystery” behind auto repair charges, preventative maintenance, “Protecting Your Auto Repair Investment” and more.

Reading this document will let you know if you’re on the right track in terms of auto repair and maintenance or, if need be, will help you to get on the right track. We’re confident you’ll find that Performance Unlimited matches up well with the FTC’s recommendations. However, wherever you take your car, SUV or truck, we wish you a safe and happy driving experience.

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To contact Performance Unlimited by phone, call (815) 728-0343.