Posted on 10/1/2019
Are you looking for something fun to do this Halloween? Nowadays, you can do much more than just trick-or-treating, as there are various fun-filled, festive events throughout the community. The team at Convoy Auto Repair is here to help, as we have put together a list of family-friendly Halloween events in and around San Diego: Seaworld's Halloween Spooktacular When: September 21 - October 27, 2019 Legoland Brick-Or-Treat Party Nights When: September 29 - October 26, 2019 Fall Fest When: October 4 - November 30, 2019   ... read more
Posted on 8/1/2019
Back-to-school season is just around the corner, which means it is almost time for those early mornings again, rushing your little one to school before the first bell. With all that time spent in the car, you need to be prepared for anything. An emergency kit is exactly what you need, and here is exactly what needs to go in the kit: Durable canvas bag. Jumper cables. Bottled water. Granola/energy bars. Miniature tool kit. Flashlight. Road maps. Blankets. Rain gear, umbrella, and a ice scrapper. Rags. Cell phone charger. Duct tape. Compass. Reflective triangle. First aid kit. Properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench, and tripod jack. Reflective vest. An emergency car kit is an after-the-fact measure, but at Convoy Auto Repair, we like to stay one step ahead with preventive maintenance. We will keep your vehicle running safe and secure, so you won’t have to ... read more
Posted on 9/13/2013
We've been talking about manual transmissions - stick shifts, as they're more popularly known - because there's just something great about changing your own gears and having extra control over your driving. Sure, automatic is great when you're stuck in LA traffic or trying to scarf a breakfast burrito on the way to the office, but for safe, efficient, enjoyable driving, manual transmissions are where it's at. In our last blog post, we showed you 5 manual transmission cars that came in under $25,000 that are ideally suited for people looking for a more enjoyable commute, who don't need to haul a lot of stuff all the time, and who want low maintenance and high mileage. This time, we'll look at manual transmission cars up to $30,000 that are better suited for a young family or someone who wants to graduate to a bit more luxury. Phot ... read more