Kenvil & Lake Hopatcong Auto Repair

What to do? There are so many deals going on right now for new vehicles it’s pretty tempting to go ahead and make the plunge into buying a new vehicle.           The cash for clunkers offer seems to have reinvented itself in our area. Trying to convince those of us driving older vehicles to get them off the road and put the new ones on it.  Getting some cash in your pocket in return for them removing what seems to be a headache now may seem like a win/win situation.       Buying New Committing yourself to nearly a decade of payments for a new vehicle could be an option you are willing to make. There can be an uncomfortable amount of stress tied to either of these options. Getting some professional guidance along your journey might take some of the weight off of your shoulders. There are a lot of things to consider when you are making these decisions. The new car smell of the interior, the shiny new paint job. It&rsq ... read more

  WHO'S LOOKING OUT FOR  YOUR SAFETY WHEN IT COMES TO YOUR VEHICLE? So you were most likely taught to look both ways before you cross the road. Tie your shoes so you don’t trip. Your parents instilled in you the importance of safety, and warned you of the dangers that might fall upon you if you didn’t take precautions. VEHICLE SAFETY So here we are in 2020 relearning to wash our hands, cover our mouths and keep our distance. These are all steps to keep ourselves safe and they all seem a little deja vu-ish if you ask most people (mama told you so.) In New Jersey the state used to require safety regulations to enforce Mama’s fine and early teachings. They were imperative for you to be able to pass NJ state inspections.   If your vehicle fell short of the requirements they slapped a big red rejection sticker in your windshield..  Ever present are long lines as the ... read more

Where the rubber meets the road   For our customers, our family and our friends.  Your safety and your families safety is always our first and foremost priority.  Auto repairs can be inconvenient and costly and not always the top of your list of Have to’s - The safety portion well yes, they fall into the inconvenient and costly category, but it is absolutely our priority. Your well being is riding on it.  Yes, there is maintenance upkeep and investments in the long term care of your car, but the safety stuff, there’s no price that should be put on that.  So, as an absolute must, top of the list, no fooling around here are the basics:   Tires And Brakes Absolutely the top two, We can’t even say one is more important than the other.  Because if you have good tires and the brakes are shot.. Whamo! Bad news, and if your brakes are in excellent condition and your tires are bald.. Bad, just bad!    Tire ... read more

KEEPING YOU SAFE INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE   We are all doing our part to help prevent the spread of Covid 19. Wearing masks, gloves, sanitizing and washing our hands until they are raw.  SANITIZING AND DISINFECTANT For many of us our vehicles are our homes outside our homes. Taking care to wipe down the steering wheel and all vehicle controls is an important part of protecting ourselves as well as others. Yet when we get inside, we tend to unmask, breathe a sigh of relief that the outside world we just encountered is not close enough to harm us. What you might not be thinking about is the amount of bacteria and germs that are circulating inside your vehicles closed doors. Automotive Magic has partnered with BG Products to take sanitizing your vehicle to a whole new level. ... read more

Dig your toes into the Sand The temperature is rising and the summer is in full swing. You are getting your flip flops out and packing up for a nice day trip to the beach.🏖️You anticipate all you will need, chairs, towels, hat, sunscreen, umbrella, snacks, drinks, Sunglasses and the novel you picked up and are finally going to get to  put your nose in. You’re all gassed up and ready to hit the road. You are so excited about literally laying on the beach and frying in the hot summer sun while you hear the ocean waves🌊 crashing and the smell of salt from the ocean it is methodic. You even appreciate the sea gulls attempting to swipe your chips right out of your hand. Oh yeah, it’s summertime and you are headed to the Jersey Shore. :)   This is your perfect scenario of a day off at the beach.. Others might not appreciate your love for baking in the sun, but this is your daydream, your day trip. It’s how ever you want it to be!  The part ... read more

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE   Taking care of your car and getting routine maintenance and repairs on it is definitely like going to the doctors. In the respect that if you don’t take care of your body, it’s not going to work the way it should. Same for your vehicle.  DOCTORS FOR YOUR CAR   Choosing the right auto technician is like choosing a Dr. You want someone who is going to listen to your symptoms, make you stick out your tongue and say ahhh, notice if your blood work is where it should be, look, run test and understand what it is that you are experiencing and then, make a diagnosis and suggest a plan of action.    So, I’m taking the magician hat off for a minute and pulling out my charts and stethoscope on your vehicle and together with you, we will come up with a plan.   IT'S NO SECRET The super cool thing about your car, is that they guys who made it, gave you a little book, yup don’t believe me, look in ... read more

To Tow or Not to Tow There are always times when you come across an unexpected situation with your vehicle. Breakdowns are never fun no matter where you are and It is certainly an inconvenience. We want you to know that if that moment should arise where you are in need of a tow, we are here for you.  As you have come to expect with the service you receive at Automotive Magic we work on  the details and let you get on with your life.  maintaining We have been servicing our customers vehicles since 2003. When a repair is needed we have got you covered.   24/7 ASSISTANCE   Not only are we a AAA auto repair facility, we have a 24/7 Towing service we’ve been working with for the last seventeen years. We have partnered with JC and Daughters right here in Randolph and they are exceptional in the service that they provide.  Your process is seamless because we can dispatch their service to tow your vehicle into our shop at any time. Ther ... read more

YOU ARE COVERED At Automotive Magic we put our customers first. Providing superior service by our ASE Certified Technicians is just one way that we are dedicated to giving you the level of quality and excellence you deserve.   Another way is that Automotive Magic is an official Napa AutoCare Center, we want to show you that we are dedicated and stand behind every repair and part that we provide to you.   Wherever you roam you can have the peace of mind that you are covered.  Traveling near or far you can trust that a NAPA AutoCare Center will be nearby.  Should you ever experience an issue with a repair that is covered they will be  able to take care of you. So, that means that you can be certain that all your repairs are warrantied for 36 months/ 36,000 miles.     This Warranty is Included FREE with your qualifying repair or service work. Parts and labor on qu ... read more

YOU'VE GOT TO MOVE  With the stay home orders you may be feeling a little cabin fever, there have been more rainy days then sunny days the last few weeks. Being cooped up in the house can cause you to do less exercise, and therefore your muscles may feel tight. Doing some stretching and moving about is good for your body and mind. When it does come time to get out and move around in the nice weather you might feel some negative effects of being still. The same certainly applies to your vehicle. Being stationary in the driveway or garage may seem like it’s a blessing. You’re not putting on the commuter miles, you're not spending money on gas every week, you’re not due for an oil change because you haven’t gone anywhere. It seems like a good thing right? Actually, not moving your vehicle can cause some issues with it that you wouldn’t expect.    BRAKES ... read more

YOU WAKE UP AND IT'S A NEW DAY    Reliability and peace of mind usually go hand and hand. Most often it’s not top of mind. You go through your day, expect that your morning shower will produce the hot steady flow of water that you are accustomed to and you don’t really even give it any thought.  That’s pretty much the way most of us feel when we load up our essentials for the day, grab our keys and head out the door to work or school, or wherever you’ve planned on going.  The UGH moment when you approach your vehicle to see a flat tire, or you get in, put your seatbelt on and it doesn’t start, or it starts but the air conditioner is blowing a steady stream of heat. Unexpected interruptions are NOT something that any of us like. WE HAVE ALL BEEN IN A SIMILAR SITUATION AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER  The plans for the day are instantly changed and you might get a ... read more