Automotive News & Information - CME Smog & Auto Repair

At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, we’re not only here to fix your car when something goes wrong...we’re here to help you understand your car, truck, or SUV a little better, too. Here are some tips concerning your thermostat - how it works, what to watch out for, and what to do about it when one fails.

At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, our main goal is to keep your car, truck, or SUV always performing at its best. Valve adjustments are an integral aspect of that goal.

A throw out bearing, sometimes called a thrust bearing, is an essential component of your clutch system. If you drive a car, truck, or SUV that’s equipped with a manual transmission, it’s important to know if your throw out bearing needs to be replaced. Here’s some information on the throw out bearing, from CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville.

In today's economic climate, people are working hard to make their dollars go further. Not only are drivers holding onto their vehicles longer, but they're also looking to improve fuel efficiency to get the most gas mileage out of every gallon of gas. You can do both by following a few simple tips from our team here at CME Smog & Auto Repair!

Buying a used vehicle can be a risky endeavor, but also a rewarding one. Buying used, even if the vehicle is close to new, will save you a lot of money compared to the price of a new vehicle off the lot. However, there are some inherent risks that come with purchasing a used vehicle; here is how to best avoid trouble.

Ron Mason

Customer Review

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It took me a while to find an automotive shop that I could trust here in Solano County. Having moved here from Seattle and all the places I had become accustomed to using, it wasn't easy as in order to do so, you are likely spending a pretty decent chunk of change. After two or three other shops, I found CME. I have had them service my: 1996 GMC 4X4 1988 Corvette Convertible 2005 Dodge Magnum 1999 Dodge 4X4 Diesel Each time they have treated me fairly, given me decent prices, and done what they told me they would do and have done it well. Try a couple of shops and if you are happy, stick with them. But it's likely once you give the guys at CME a try, you'll be happy and you won't be disappointed. I'm only giving them a 4 because we certainly don't want them to stop being the best!

If you drive a Duramax, Powerstroke, or Cummins diesel, you’ve got a truck that’s built for power and reliability. From our team here at CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, here are the keys to unlocking the secret of a finely tuned diesel pickup.

If you drive a car with a manual transmission, you already know you have a clutch. But what exactly is it, and what does it do? At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, we believe that knowing a little more about your car better prepares you to keep it maintained. Here’s what you should know about your clutch disc.