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Elite Auto works on the Gansett mini

"Hi Neighbor"  It is our pleasure to work on the famous Gansett Mini and Jake, our technician will get it back on the road for safe driving.  Narragansett Brewing Company and Elite Auto are both independent businesses, making the world a better place!  Thank you, Gansett, for trusting us to fix your Mini

Elite Auto has teamed up with Prestige Motorcars

We are proud to have teamed up with Simon and Tracy from PRESTIGE MOTORCARS IN WARWICK, Simon and Tracy have retired and are asking all their clients to come to Elite Auto Repair for all their automotive needs! We're honored to be the chosen choice, and it is our commitment to keep you and your family's vehicles in excellent condition and safe for the road by performing essential repairs and maintenance. The Elite Team extends our warmest wishes for Simon and Tracy's retirement, hopi ... read more

Recommended schedule Maintenance

Each vehicle manufacturer has recommended maintenance scheduled intervals. Taking care of your vehicle by performing preventative maintenance helps ensure you have safe and reliable transportation. Call us to if you have any questions as to what your vehicles may need for its next recommended maintenance service

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What to do if your check engine light comes on?

Tech Tip Tuesday!  What to do if your check engine light comes on: Ask yourself these questions to determine if it is safe to drive your vehicle with the light on. Did you recently pump gas? If so, check your gas cap to ensure it is tight. As a loose cap can cause the light to come on. However, the light may not reset immediately.  Did the vehicle jolt or vibrate (misfire)? If the vehicle has other drivability issues along with the light, call for a tow truck and schedule a shop ... read more

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Why it is important to get oil services done frequently

𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩 𝘛𝘪𝘱 𝘛𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘥𝘢𝘺 It is necessary to get oil services done based on your vehicles factory schedule. Failure to do so can result in internal engine failure Why oil services are important to get done on a regular basis: Maintains engine lubrication Cools engine components Improves gas mileage Promotes vehicle longevity See attached pictures for examples of recent internal engine damage we’ve seen at our shop.      

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Tech Tip Tuesday!

𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩 𝘛𝘪𝘱 𝘛𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘥𝘢𝘺 Is the service facility you take your vehicle to using OEM oil filters? We do here at Elite! What could happen if they are not using OEM filter? Using a poor quality oil filter can cause the filter to collapse, which can restrict oil flow and cause low oil pressure can cause internal engine damage.      

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Brakes for Breasts Campaign results

Thank you to all that participated in Brakes for Breasts campaign for the entire month of October. Elite performed 36 brake jobs and will be donating a total of $2,716.60 to the Cleveland Clinic Breast Cancer Vaccine Fund. We couldn’t have done it without you, and we wanted to thank everyone that was part of this worthy cause to find a vaccine for Breast Cancer. Elite has been participating in this campaign since 2019 and we have raised a total of 6,705.10. The Fund had a goal to reach ... read more

Why do Auto repair shops charge so much?

Cars are not so easy to repair nowadays. For every vehicle that needs to be repaired, they need to be diagnosed. Just like doctors that take MRI’s, CAT scans, and blood work to determine what is wrong with someone's health. Technicians must test all fuses, look for electrical draws, and scan many computers. Each of these tests and scans take time, knowledge, and resources to complete. The test and scans determine the root cause of your vehicle's problems. These computers allow for ... read more

Welcome Sam Paiva to the Elite Team

We would like to officially welcome Samuel Paiva to the Elite Team!  Sam has worked part-time as a Porter, Marketing Intern, Detailer at Elite since 2018 while attending Nichols College in Dudley, MA.  He graduated from Nichols College in May, Dean’s list, earning a Bachelor’s degree in General Business with concentrations in marketing, accounting, and entrepreneurship. He now holds the position at Elite as Marketing Administrator, Detailing Specialist, and future co-owner ... read more

How to find a good mechanic?

How to find a good mechanic?         How to recognize a bad mechanic?   Mechanics that would be considered bad or not working for the customer/client will sometimes take advantage of their customer. That has been the stereotype of the automotive industry. They may take advantage of their customers and try to sell work that isn't needed or try to upcharge a customer. Sometimes people don’t know better at the time of purchase of the repairs, and they approve ... read more

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