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The Day the Mustangs Took Over Our Shop

Reviewed by Justin Ayala, Gemba Automotive ASE-Master Certified TechnicianOn February 21 the sound of rumbling V-8’s filled the air as nearly 30 Ford Mustangs from various generations took over the Gemba Automotive shop in Surprise, Arizona. Hoods went up almost immediately. Small groups formed around engine bays while owners compared modifications, swapped stories, and pointed out details only other Mustang people would ever notice. The  Wild West Mustang Club was built around exactly what...

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Why Your Car A/C Blows Cold While Driving but Warm at Idle

Reviewed by Eric Shepherd, Gemba Automotive ASE-Certified Technician Picture this: you’re cruising down the road mid-summer in 110-degree heat in Phoenix, when you come to a stop light and that deliciously ice-cold A/C starts to get warm and uncomfortable. It’s more common than you think, many people come into our shop describing how their vehicle’s A/C will blow cold while driving but gets warm when they stop and are idling. AAA says millions of roadside assistance calls every year are...

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7 Things Every Driver in Arizona Should Know Before Summer Hits

Reviewed by Eric Shepherd, Gemba Automotive ASE-Certified TechnicianTriple digits are just around the corner, and you know what that means … It's time to break out the oven mitts just to get into your car and start leaving trays with cookie dough on the dash so you have a nice treat for the ride home with – or without – your kids. Arizona summers can bring a wide range of challenges for drivers, especially Phoenicians where the summer is often plagued with excessive heat warnings that can last...

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What Mechanics Notice About Cars That Most Drivers Miss

Reviewed by Dustin Norris, Gemba Automotive ASE-Certified Advisor In Arizona, keeping your vehicle in running order requires a little more than just regular oil changes and the occasional car wash. At Gemba Automotive, our ASE-Certified Technicians can usually spot a problem before the hood is even fully open. After years of working on vehicles in Arizona heat, there are certain warning signs we notice almost immediately that most drivers never think twice about.By looking over your car...