Many of our customers already believe that Good Works Auto Repair is the best auto repair shop in Tempe. That’s because we have some of the top automotive technicians in the Phoenix area, provide exceptional customer service, and stand behind our work with a 5 year/60,000 mile warranty.   But even though we’re already a top Tempe auto repair shop, how can we grow our business so it will continue to provide Tempe area residents with top quality auto repair and maintenance services for years to come? For us, it comes down to partnering with the right people and organizations.   As any ..read more

At Good Works Auto Repair, we’re passionate about supporting our community. But sometimes, that community spirit goes beyond just what we can do in Tempe or the surrounding areas. When there’s an even bigger cause we can rally behind, especially one that affects many of our neighbors, we’re all ears!   In October of 2023, and during October for several previous years, many of our Tempe auto repair shop clients joined us in supporting the Brakes For Breasts campaign. This inspiring movement has been raising funds to support the Cleveland Clinic’s ongoing breast cancer vaccine research sinc ..read more

Newcomers to the Phoenix, AZ area are often glued to their GPS devices, trying to learn how to navigate the valley freeways that weave through cityscapes and desert vistas. Listening to your GPS, you’ll hear highway names like I-17, I-10, State Route 51, and more. But driving with the locals? You’re more likely to hear something along the lines of “Sorry I’m late … I got stuck at the Broadway Curve!” Valley Freeway Nicknames can be confusing, especially to newcomers.   The truth is, the greater Phoenix area is full of freeway nicknames. While they make perfect sense to drivers who’ve been ..read more

Holiday travel is on and automobile travel is predicted to be high this season. When we talk about road trip safety, we aren’t talking about the things you already know. We’re talking about a few things you might just not have thought about but they’re essential for your driving safety. Here, we want to share some of our top tips for road trips to keep you, your loved ones, and your vehicle safer this winter. We’re all about getting your vehicle ready with preventative maintenance and routine auto services and helping you get the best gas mileage – keep reading to see what else! Road Trip Safe ..read more

There are a few types of engines you can buy these days in your personal vehicle, making the decision as to which new vehicle is right for you a little bit more complex. More and more foreign auto manufacturers have started offering diesel models in recent years, so the next question is, are gasoline or diesel powered vehicles the better choice? Although gas cars are more popular than diesel cars in the U.S., diesel engines have nearly half the market share in Europe. Are the trends working in that direction in the U.S., too? Diesel Engines vs. Gas Engines: What’s the Difference? Before you ma ..read more

Owning a vehicle means taking the time to service and repair it so that you get the most out of your investment. Regular maintenance can also keep your vehicle safer on the roads and may even help you avoid costlier auto repairs in the future. Since October is Fall Car Care Month, we wanted to share some helpful tips about what service items should be on your car care to-do list and why. This could end up saving you a LOT of money so keep reading! Why is Fall Car Care so important? Well, the arrival of fall means that your vehicle is recovering from the high temperatures and long drives of sum ..read more

On July 11, 2023, the Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced that it, along with the Society of Collision Repair Specialists and the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, had reached an important agreement on automotive right to repair. The right to repair idea actually goes back to a pact made between automotive industry leaders in 2014. However, the new agreement reaffirms the commitment to consumer choice and shared access to necessary data and tools to enhance the vehicle repair experience. Today, we’ll walk you through some of the primary objectives of the right to repair movement ..read more

It wasn’t so many years ago when seeing women in the auto repair industry was pretty much unheard of. But what has often been seen as a male-dominated field is now becoming more open to females as well. Today, we’ll take a closer look at what’s causing the shift that’s allowing more females to feel comfortable in this important field. Then, we’ll look at the types of occupations that women in the auto repair industry can expect to have. Why are the numbers of women in the automotive industry increasing? An overall change in perception is perhaps the single most driving force behind more women ..read more

You’re driving along and out of nowhere you see smoke and steam coming from under the hood. When your engine overheats, it can be a scary and stressful situation, especially if you’re in the middle of nowhere. Unfortunately, even with routine maintenance services, overheating engines do still sometimes occur and can cause damage. This is especially true when the right precautions and the proper actions are not taken. There’s nothing like a hot engine to ruin your road trip – and your bank balance. Keep reading to learn why your engine may overheat and actions to take if you happen to be out fo ..read more

If there’s something wrong with your vehicle, it could make engine noises or other strange sounds to let you know. While it may be tempting to ignore such noises in the hopes that they’ll disappear, that’s NOT the best course of action!   Now, if you’re a parent, you already know what it’s like to play detective to figure out what’s wrong with a child that can’t communicate. When you have a newborn baby, for example, it’s often a guessing game to determine exactly what their cries mean since they can’t verbally tell you what’s going on.   The same is true for your vehicle. Think of e ..read more