by eastsideautoserviceca on November 1, 2011
Take advantage of our Fall/Winter Maintenance Package and have your vehicle fully ready for the upcoming winter weather. This maintenance package includes all the necessary services including oil change, tire rotation, battery and charging system test, complete inspection of brakes, suspension, steering, exhaust, and more! These service items retail for over $276.75 if purchased separately!

Hurry! Offer Expires 11/30/11
by eastsideautoserviceca on September 16, 2011
Eastside Auto Service is Oakville’s expert transmission auto repair and rebuild specialists.
Because we have a transmission specialist on staff, we can provide you with complete transmission service – from locating and repairing leaks to a complete transmission rebuild.
So why have your transmission serviced at Eastside Auto Service? Today’s transmissions are complex and contain hundreds of components. Often, transmission problems can be repaired by properly diagnosing a specific problem and not having to replace the entire unit.
If your transmission does need a complete overhaul, we have the expertise to make your transmission better than new! By using high quality replacement parts and a proven rebuilding process, we can often save you money over buying a re-manufactured unit.
Most importantly, we offer you the peace of mind that your transmission rebuild at Eastside Auto Service has been performed by highly trained staff and every element of your transmission has been carefully and professionally inspected, serviced, and repaired for maximum performance.
Learn more about our Transmission Rebuild Services on our Transmission Service Page!
Stop by today or schedule your Appointment Online!
by eastsideautoserviceca on June 23, 2011
Home and Car Air Conditioners – Plan, Prevent, and Prolong
Preventative maintenance is as important for your car’s air conditioner as it is for your home’s air conditioner. They both require regular service to avoid problems and consistently work properly. Your home’s air conditioner filter needs to be replaced every three months. Your car’s air conditioner needs to be tested on an annual basis to detect and repair damaged components before they become costly problems.
Eastside makes it easy to remember when it’s time for your annual check-up. Part of our Comprehensive Car Care Program includes sending an email reminder when it’s time to analyze your air conditioning system. Our program helps you:
- Plan for your next scheduled air conditioning service
- Prevent air conditioning problems before they happen
- Prolong the life of your air conditioner
The Mileage Myth
In addition to providing superior air conditioning service, we’re always available to answer any questions you may have about how air conditioning systems work and when it’s best to run your air conditioner.
Many people assume that running your air conditioner uses more fuel than driving with the windows down. Not true.
According to the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), as long your air conditioner is performing properly, your gas mileage is better on the highway if you run your air conditioner versus keeping all the windows down.
Have a question for us or need air conditioning service?
Make an appointment online or by calling 905-844-9641.
by eastsideautoserviceca on June 21, 2011
As your local air conditioning service and repair expert, Eastside is passionate about customer service.
When it comes to air conditioners, that means giving you the peace of mind of knowing your car’s air conditioner will consistently blow cold air when you need it. After all, temperatures can vary drastically from one day to the next. By getting regular air conditioning system check-ups, you won’t have to worry whether your air conditioner will be able to keep you cool when the weather heats up.
What’s the Condition of Your Air Conditioner?
When is the last time you had your air conditioner tested? If it’s been more than a year, your air conditioning system may not be performing at its peak or, even worse, it may not be functioning at all.
Don’t risk it! Let us examine your air conditioner before you find yourself stuck in a hot car in a traffic jam.
Eastside Auto Service’s experienced technicians perform comprehensive tests of your car’s air conditioner to inspect:
- Seals, lines, hoses, and all other components for cracks and leaks
- The compressor drive belt of the air conditioner for signs of cracks or other damage
If our diagnosis uncovers problems with your air conditioning system, our professional technicians may:
- Recharge the air conditioning system according to the manufacturer’s specifications
- Empty refrigerant from the air conditioning system
- Service and repair any condenser, compressor, evaporator, or electrical system failures
by eastsideautoserviceca on May 18, 2011
Record Gas Prices Make it Perfect Time to “Be Car Care Aware.”
“Hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of gasoline is wasted every day by motorists, because simple and inexpensive vehicle maintenance is neglected,” says Car Care Canada’s Marc Brazeau. “Loose or missing gas caps, under-inflated tires, worn spark plugs and dirty air filters all contribute to poor fuel economy.”
Car Care Canada offers these fuel-saving tips:
Vehicle gas caps – In Canada, the provinces with emissions testing programs suggest that this is a common cause for failing an emissions test – yet it is simple and inexpensive to fix. According to US studies, about 17 percent of the vehicles on the roads have gas caps that are either damaged, loose or are missing altogether.
- Under inflated tires – When tires aren’t inflated properly it’s like driving with the parking brake.
- Worn spark plugs - A vehicle can have either four, six or eight spark plugs, which fire as many as 3 million times every 1,500 km, resulting in a lot of heat and electrical and chemical erosion. A dirty spark plug causes misfiring, which wastes fuel. Spark plugs need to be replaced regularly.
- Dirty air filters – An air filter that is clogged with dirt, dust and bugs chokes off the air and creates a “rich” mixture – too much gas being burned for the amount of air, which wastes gas and causes the engine to lose power. Replacing a clogged air filter can improve gas mileage by as much as 10 percent.
Other fuel-saving driving tips include:
- Don’t be an aggressive driver – Aggressive driving can lower gas mileage by as much as 33 percent on the highway and 5 percent on city streets, which results in 2 to 15 cents per litre.
- Observe the speed limit - Gas mileage decreases rapidly at speeds above 100kph. Each kph driven over 100 will result in an additional 3 cents per litre. To maintain a constant speed on the highway, cruise control is recommended.

Click on Car Care Minute #11
Article by carcarecanada.ca
by eastsideautoserviceca on April 13, 2011
Home and Car Air Conditioners – Plan, Prevent, and Prolong
Preventative maintenance is as important for your car’s air conditioner as it is for your home’s air conditioner. They both require regular service to avoid problems and consistently work properly. Your home’s air conditioner filter needs to be replaced every three months. Your car’s air conditioner needs to be tested on an annual basis to detect and repair damaged components before they become costly problems.
Eastside makes it easy to remember when it’s time for your annual check-up. Part of our Comprehensive Car Care Program includes sending an email reminder when it’s time to analyze your air conditioning system. Our program helps you:
- Plan for your next scheduled air conditioning service
- Prevent air conditioning problems before they happen
- Prolong the life of your air conditioner
The Mileage Myth
In addition to providing superior air conditioning service, we’re always available to answer any questions you may have about how air conditioning systems work and when it’s best to run your air conditioner.
Many people assume that running your air conditioner uses more fuel than driving with the windows down. Not true.
According to the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), as long your air conditioner is performing properly, your gas mileage is better on the highway if you run your air conditioner versus keeping all the windows down.
Have a question for us or need air conditioning service?
Make an appointment online or by calling 905-844-9641.
by eastsideautoserviceca on April 12, 2011
As your local air conditioning service and repair expert, Eastside is passionate about customer service.
When it comes to air conditioners, that means giving you the peace of mind of knowing your car’s air conditioner will consistently blow cold air when you need it. After all, temperatures can vary drastically from one day to the next. By getting regular air conditioning system check-ups, you won’t have to worry whether your air conditioner will be able to keep you cool when the weather heats up.
What’s the Condition of Your Air Conditioner?
When is the last time you had your air conditioner tested? If it’s been more than a year, your air conditioning system may not be performing at its peak or, even worse, it may not be functioning at all.
Don’t risk it! Let us examine your air conditioner before you find yourself stuck in a hot car in a traffic jam.
Eastside Auto Service’s experienced technicians perform comprehensive tests of your car’s air conditioner to inspect:
- Seals, lines, hoses, and all other components for cracks and leaks
- The compressor drive belt of the air conditioner for signs of cracks or other damage
If our diagnosis uncovers problems with your air conditioning system, our professional technicians may:
- Recharge the air conditioning system according to the manufacturer’s specifications
- Empty refrigerant from the air conditioning system
- Service and repair any condenser, compressor, evaporator, or electrical system failures
by eastsideautoserviceca on March 23, 2011
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by eastsideautoserviceca on March 23, 2011

Saving you a lot of money is what it’s all about
For most of us, money matters. A lot! So let’s explore the real costs of vehicle ownership. According to Canadian Black Book1, the average vehicle in Canada will loose about 70% of its value in the first five years. On average, that’s about $18,000 in depreciation; and it’s just gone – you can never get it back.
With Re-Ride, you can save most of this cost by extending the life of your vehicle, versus trading it in prematurely. From “Bumper to Bumper – Rubber to Roof”, we bring your vehicle back to Like-New condition, complete with warranty. Re-Ride gives you back the reliability, drivability and safety you and your family need – without taking a huge hit on depreciation all over again. It’s your money, so you can decide what you’d rather have. Depreciation, or money in the bank to do what you really want to do!
With Re-Ride, there are no more costly surprises.
In fact, there are no more repair costs, period, for the next 3 years or 60,000 kilometres!
Each Re-Ride begins with an in-depth, no obligation 150 point inspection. We take you through the report, and provide you with a Re-Ride program tailored specifically for you and what your vehicle needs. And with each Re-Ride comes our 36 month/60,000 kilometre Mechanical Protection Plan2 on all parts and labour-not just with the parts we replace during a Re-Ride, but protection on the entire vehicle, very similar to a new car warranty. We even include all the oil changes your vehicle requires for the next 60,000 kms!
No more costly surprises! Isn’t that a refreshing idea?
Book your appointment today and start planning what you can do with the money you’ll save!
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®Re-Ride is a Registered Trade Mark of Re-Ride Automotive Corporation.
1Canadian Black Book is used by dealers as a pricing guide to help them determine trade-in value. To find out the trade-in value of your vehicle visit www.canadianblackbook.com.
2Re-Ride Mechanical Protection Plans are available for most personal use vehicles. Some conditions apply. Visit www.re-ride.ca to download our brochures or ask for details at any authorized Re-Ride Dealer.
3Financing available on approved credit.
by eastsideautoserviceca on March 18, 2011
Re-Ride Automotive is a car-care company that will prolong the life of your vehicle and save you a lot of money along the way. Re-ride has partnered with Eastside Auto Service. LEARN MORE HERE!
EAS employees Devin, Jeremy & Glenn with Jeff Kish from Re-Ride.