San Jose Auto Repair

Another summer is upon us, and we already had a first heat wave. At Alvin’s Auto Center we offer auto air conditioning checkup before the summer heat. Auto air conditioning system is an interplay of many components – any one of them, if it fails, can impact the entire system, and make it impossible to keep the interior of your vehicle at a tolerable temperature. Auto A/C systems parts, including compressor, evaporator, hoses, coolant, heat exchanger, ambient temperature sensor, blower motor – any one of them may fail, depriving you of that pleasant coolness in the middle of a hot day.  Fortunately, our nationally ASE-certified technicians can inspect the system, and make sure it will serve you well during the summer. Alvin’s Auto Center is a family owned and operated Willow Glen, San Jose repair shop offers comprehensive car care, including auto air conditioning service. When our ASE-certified technicians work on your vehicle, you can expect not only frie ... read more

Welcome to Willow Glen, San Jose premier auto repair shop – Alvin’s Auto Center. We are a family owned and operated auto repair facility that offers complete car care, including check engine light diagnostics and repairs. Your vehicle’s onboard computer can illuminate the check engine light for hundreds and hundreds of reason – fortunately many are pretty benign. While some causes can mean expensive repairs, in most cases the computer is letting you know that something isn’t quite right and needs attention – if you take care of the problem right away, chance are the cost will be reasonable. We do not recommend driving around with the check engine light “on” for weeks - even if there are no noticeable symptoms – it can lead to engine or emission system damage and expensive repairs. So without further ado, here are the Top 10 Ch ... read more