Kenvil & Lake Hopatcong Auto Repair

  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

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

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

At Automotive Magic we have been in the business of automotive repair and serving our community for 17 years. We are excited and honored to announce that we are a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility! We take pride in delivering the best automotive repair services to our customers, and we are happy to provide emergency services and towing to our out of town friends in need. We have successfully met and exceeded the requirements to become an AAA Approved Auto Repair facility, which means we’ve promised to provide reliable, high-quality services, performed by our ASE certified technicians. As an AAA Approved Auto Repair Facility our member customers are able to receive and additional 10% labor costs up to $50.00. You can become a AAA member here. AAA requires a 24-month/24,000-mile warranty ... read more

What you can expect   Through the Covid-19 Pandemic, We are here to help you! Right now we realize that you probably are not focused on your vehicle. The health and well being of yourself and family is your top priority right now, as it should be.  We want to encourage you and your family to stay home and be safe. Automotive repair is deemed an essential business. We need to make sure that those of you who are on the front lines, healthcare professionals, first responders, EMT’s, police, grocery store employees, custodial workers, transit employees and many more are all putting your lives on the line for us. For that we truly thank you! We want to make sure that while you are headed out for the good of others that you get there safely. We are taking all the necessary steps to ensure that when your vehicle is being worked on we have your safety and protection in the forefront of our minds. &n ... read more