Clintonville Automotive Repair Service (C.A.R.S.)

What is the difference between Maintenance and Repair?

Maintenance should be considered anything that is done to a system or part prior to that item reaching the critical/failure point.

A Repair is something that is done after an issue becomes noticeable or causes the operation of the vehicle to be something other than normal.

Most repairs can be avoided if proper maintenance is performed on the vehicle.
Having the brakes inspected, and then replaced prior to grinding/squealing noises or outright failure, should be considered maintenance.
A belt that is dry and less than 70% cracked/worn should be replaced before it breaks and causes the vehicle to quit running or overeating.
The fluids in a vehicle are there to lubricate and control temperature. As the fluids get dirty their ability to do their job becomes compromised and the likelihood of part failures increases. It is much cheaper to replace the transmission fluid four or five times over the life of a car ($1000-$1200) then to replace or rebuild the transmission once ($3000-$6000).

When you are having maintenance performed on your vehicle YOU are in charge of when it happens.
If the vehicle is in for a repair you may no longer be in control, which can greatly increase the stress and inconvenience level.
Trying to scramble for transportation and juggle the numerous activities of a busy schedule can be trying at best.
Throw into that chaos unexpected expenses, and what could be a normal pleasant experience, becomes one you would sooner forget.
Regular maintenance can identify issues that need to be corrected in the near future. This advance notice allows for planning that makes everyone’s busy lives, and budgeting, a little easier.

Missing another Special Event in your Family's lives because of Work?
We believe Nights and Weekends are made for Family.

​We are looking for positive, motivated, and friendly people to help us handle our busy schedule.

If you are motivated, a quick learner, want to be a part of a Team atmosphere, and want to enjoy your time at work, then reach out and we can have a conversation about joining our Team.

Business hours are Monday thru Friday, 7am - 6pm. The standard Technician schedule is 8am - 5pm but we can be flexible with start/end times.

​We offer the usual (or what should be usual):
∎ 6 Paid Holidays, 1 Paid Birthday, 5 Paid Personal days, and 10 Days paid Vacation (5 Days Paid Vacation your 1st year). The equivalent of 1 PAID month off per year beginning your 2nd year.
∎ NO Nights or Weekends
∎ We pay 80% of the Employees Health Insurance premium and 50% of any eligible Spouse/Child
∎ Dental Insurance is available at the Employees expense
∎ $10,000 Life Insurance
∎ 401K program with a 1% match if the Employee contributes at least 2%
∎ Ability to buy parts from our Vendors at 10% over Company cost
∎ $17.00 - $35.00 per hour

Clintonville Automotive Repair Service, often referred to as C.A.R.S., has been providing Automotive Repairs and Service in the Columbus area, specifically Clintonville and the Ohio State University area, since 1962. As a Family owned business, we strive to keep relationships, honesty, and fairness as our primary focus. We service all makes, and models, of vehicles in our busy Shop.

Must have CURRENT Automotive Repair experience. A Clean & Insurable Driving record. ASE Certification desired.

There is a lot of good information in the attached article. Information that can help keep you safer as the cold weather approaches and information that may help save a little money on gas as I am sure that is a concern also.

How to save at the pump in spite of winter's effect on fuel economy As temperatures drop and gas prices rise, some bad driving habits could rapidly empty your tank.

For those of you wondering about all of the talk regarding shipping issues world wide, and its impact to our daily lives, this is a good article. Be mindful of the section about Christmas. Looks like this year will be one like we have never seen so be prepared.

We have not experienced the part shortage issue yet, to any real degree, but we know it is coming based on conversations with Shop Owners in other cities. Be sure to keep your vehicle in tip top shape as new vehicles will be in short supply for the foreseeable future.

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https://www.zdnet.com/article/the-global-chip-shortage-is-still-causing-big-problems-for-car-makers/

Why a record number of container ships are backed up off the coast of California So many container ships are trying to make it to port, some of them are just drifting due to a dearth of anchorages. Here's why.

Waking up to an alert for this review is a great way to start the day. Reinforcement that what we prioritize, internally, every day is reaching the Customer.