Hamburg Auto Repair

  People often underestimate how important tires are to our safety as drivers. They provide traction, handling and stability on various road conditions and in all types of weather. Properly-cared-for tires can even improve gas mileage in most vehicles. Tires are literally the only thing between your vehicle and the road itself. Therefore, it is important to take care of them. If air is leaking from one of your tires or the treads are getting low, it’s a good idea to get your vehicle checked out by the wheel and tire repair experts of Schultz Auto and Truck Repair in Hamburg, NY. We’ll keep your tires in good condition, so you can enjoy a safer driving experience. Tread Depth Tread depth is very important to the performance of your tires. Once your tires start to go bald, you lose a lot of traction and emergency braking ability. In other words, when the tires can’t g ... read more

The radiator is the central component of your vehicle's cooling system. It is a very important part of your automobile, which means it needs to be taken care of as part of regular preventative maintenance. When damage occurs to your radiator, you will want to get it repaired as soon as possible. If not, it could lead to much more significant (and costly) engine problems. What Your Radiator Does In simple terms, the radiator and cooling system are what keep your vehicle running at proper temperatures. Radiator coolant (otherwise known as radiator fluid or antifreeze) is cycled through the engine and back through the radiator. This process ensures that the engine isn't running too hot. If your engine does overheat, it could be a fault within the radiator or another cooli ... read more

Norbert is very protective of his classic 1964 Chevy Impala, and for good reason. It sure is a beautiful car and we wish we had an actual picture of it to share with you. Norbert wanted to have some repair work performed on his Impala, but he only wanted to work with a mechanic he knew he could trust with his older vehicle. He asked around and was recommended to Schultz Auto and Truck Repair in Hamburg, NY.  "Saying I was pleased with my recent visit would be an understatement," Norbert says in his online review of Schultz Auto and Truck Repair. "For one thing it is not easy finding someone that works on older cars. Secondly, it is not just anyone I would entrust to leave my Impala with for a week to work on it. After my neighbor recommended Schultz Auto, I stopped in to meet and talk to the owner, Michael Schultz. After discussing what vehicle I had an ... read more

SureCritic is quickly growing as one of America's most trusted consumer review sites. It is a great place to find local businesses and read verified reviews of their services. Obviously, there are plenty of other review sites out there and all offer valuable insight. However, not all reviews and ratings on other sites are verified by a third party like the ones on SureCritic.  We encourage you to check out reviews and ratings of Schultz Auto and Truck Repair on SureCritic. As of the writing of this article, 90% of the ratings posted on the site are 5-star! It adds up to a 4.9-star rating overall, which isn't too shabby. We're very proud of this fact and it helps to validate our customer ratings on other sites. We have 5-star ratings on Facebook, Go ... read more

It's always a little uncomfortable buying a used car. Whether you are at a dealership or negotiating with a private seller, it's hard to know exactly what the vehicle has been through and how good it will run over time. Sure, you can get a Carfax report or a dealer's however-many-point inspection assurance and make sure it hasn't had any major work done. However, that still doesn't tell you what the future holds for the vehicle. Get a Third-Party Opinion Get the peace of mind you need by bringing it into Schultz Auto and Truck Repair. As a buyer, you have every right to seek a third-party opinion. The automotive service and repair experts at Schultz can perform a detailed vehicle inspection and provide you objective feedback based on what we find. We can let you know if the vehicle is in good shape or if there are problems you should be concerned about. We can ... read more

Shaun knows a little something about automotive repair. After all, he is a successful auto shop owner himself. So when he was away from his hometown and needed auto repair help in the Buffalo area, he looked around for a shop that would provide the expertise and service he desired. He read some positive online reviews about Schultz Auto and Truck Repair in Hamburg, so he brought in his truck and put our team to the test. "I own a shop down state on Long Island," Shaun says in his own online review. "I was upstate visiting family and my truck broke down on the way back. These guys not only accurately diagnosed the check engine light, but did it quickly. And, it was affordable!" When your check engine light comes on, it's the clearest sign your car or truck can give that there is something wrong with the vehicle. If the light comes on and stays illuminated, t ... read more

When talking about preventative maintenance for vehicles of all shapes and sizes, nothing is more important than the standard oil change. Most car and truck owners are pretty well trained at getting their oil and oil filter changed every 3,000-5,000 miles along with other basic maintenance services. It's just part of life, like filling up gas or diesel when the tank is empty. However, a lot of vehicle owners don't quite understand why oil changes are so important. When to Get Your Oil Changed Most vehicle manufacturers will recommend changing the oil and oil filter at 3,000-5,000 mile intervals. Most newer vehicles (and especially any using synthetic oil) will only need this maintenance every 5,000 miles (roughly every 5-6 months depending on your driving habits). Older vehicles that use standar ... read more

When your exhaust system is working properly, you won't even notice it. However, if you have a problem with your catalytic converter, muffler, exhaust pipes or other important exhaust system components, you will notice it quickly. And when you have exhaust problems, you'll want to get them fixed as quickly as possible. If not, the results could be deadly. The Importance of Your Exhaust System Your vehicle's exhaust system helps keep it running smoothly. In a nutshell, it takes harmful exhaust fumes away from your engine, diverting them through the exhaust pipes and out the back of the vehicle. Even in the cleanest-emission vehicles, these fumes can be toxic and caustic. When the exhaust system isn't working properly, it can lead to much bigger problems. It can deteriorate important engine components. Even worse is the fear for carbon monoxide poisoning. If those fumes are l ... read more

Recently, a customer was in the middle of a long summer road trip when his air conditioner started acting strange. It started blowing warm air, and needless to say, it was a bit uncomfortable not having a working air conditioner to keep him cool on the road. "I was traveling to Buffalo from Michigan and the A/C started blowing warm as I was driving through Canada," says the customer in his Google review. "Schultz Auto and Truck Repair was happy to take me in at 3:30 on a Friday afternoon." Though it was late in the day, we wanted to help this customer out and help him get back on the road with a working air conditioning system. The experienced automotive technicians at Schultz Auto and Truck Repair inspected the system, tested the air condition ... read more

Most people have a basic understanding of gasoline (whether unleaded or diesel) and that you need to keep refilling it to keep your car running. In this article, we want to focus on your vehicle's other important fluids. This will help you identify which is which in case there is a leak, while also understanding the fluid maintenance needs of your car. 1. Engine Oil (or Motor Oil) Ultimately, this is the most important fluid in your vehicle because it keeps all the vital parts of of your engine properly lubricated. You'll want your oil and oil filter changed every 3,000-5,000 miles. Engine oil is typically a light tan/brown in color. Use your dipstick to check the level and consistency of the fluid. If it is low or looks extra thick or black, you should have it checked out. 2. Transmission Fluid ... read more