Local automotive news and services in Austin, TX.
HB 3297 took effect January 1, 2025. Here's what changed, what didn't, and which Austin shops still have a lift and a diagnostic scanner if you need them.
We called a dozen Austin shops this week. Here's what they quoted, how far out they're booking, and what to watch for when demand is this high.
From filing your first dispute to escalating a rejection, here's what Austin drivers need to know about a billing process the official FAQ doesn't fully explain.
State Farm and USAA steer policyholders toward specific Austin repair shops. We looked at which shops are on those lists, what they give up to be there, and whether you're better off choosing your …
A step-by-step guide to Travis County's offices, documents, fees, and what happens if you miss the 30-day deadline.
Oil changes, brake jobs, and battery swaps. Plus which neighborhoods they actually serve and when a mobile mechanic saves you money.
For most modern EVs, this is a no-stop drive. Until it isn't. Here's which fast chargers actually work, which networks to avoid on a summer Saturday, and what to do if a station is down.
From dynamic pricing to pay-by-mail penalties, here's what Leander-to-downtown drivers need to know before their next trip.
A block-by-block look at Mueller, East Austin, SoCo, and the Domain. Which networks hold up. Where fast chargers actually exist. Why East Side drivers are left doing the math on empty.
Austin's first 100-degree day typically arrives somewhere between June 10 and June 25. In 2023, it landed on June 14, and that month recorded 13 days at or above 100°F. By late May, afternoon highs…
Texas vehicle inspection is one of those tasks Austin drivers put off until the registration renewal notice arrives, then scramble to complete before the month ends. That's precisely when every ins…
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