Posted on 9/30/2025

Introduction Mid-Missouri’s fall season is beautiful golden leaves, crisp air, weekend drives down Highway 54, and pumpkin patches with the family. But fall also brings real driving challenges: shorter days, slippery leaves, foggy mornings, and more wildlife crossing rural roads. That’s why it's a great time to talk about a piece of car tech you might not even realize your vehicle relies on, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, or ADAS. If your vehicle was made in the last 10 years, chances are it has one or more ADAS features: backup cameras, lane departure alerts, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, or even automatic emergency braking. All these systems depend on precise calibration to do their job properly and seasonal shifts in weather, lighting, and visibility make that calibration even more critical. At The Auto Shop in Jefferson City, MO, we’re known for our personal touch and top-notch tech. And that includes full-service ADAS calibration. He ... read more
Posted on 5/1/2022

Photo by Heidi Kaden on Unsplash Vacation Ideas For Fellow Pennsylvanians Summer is almost here, and most of us are gearing up to make new memories with our friends and family. We often think of going far places like Hawaii or Mexico when we think of vacation. However, some of us would prefer to visit a new place in our state. If you live in Pennsylvania, you know that there are many places to visit this summer. With hundreds of options on where to go on vacation, we have created a list of places to see if you are a fellow Pennsylvanian. Best Places to Visit In Pennsylvania Hershey Park: If you are looking for an adrenaline-packed day, look no further than Hershey Park. You and your family can explore the many attractions ranging from roller coasters to aquatic shows. In addition, they have two large arcades with dozens of games to keep you entertained f ... read more
Posted on 4/1/2022

Photo by Yassine Khalfalli on Unsplash It’s a very expensive spring! So many people are putting off their spring break plans as gas prices continue to climb at the pump. We’re seeing it all over Pennsylvania, but fortunately, we haven’t been hit as hard as the West Coast, where prices in some cities are reported to have gone over $10 per gallon of diesel fuel. With gas prices steadily climbing during the invasion of Ukraine, many people are having to take strong measures to keep themselves going. Delivery services are beginning to tack on extra fees to make up the difference. Some of the very people who have finally been recalled to working in an office are once again back at home until the price ... read more
Posted on 3/1/2022

Photo by Tron Le on Unsplash Spring is approaching fast, and most of us are eagerly awaiting the adventures that lie ahead. Now that most people are starting to plan ahead, it is important that we also consider our vehicles. When we prepare our vacation ideas with our family and friends, we sometimes forget that our cars need preparation, just like us. Our cars are machines that need to be well-oiled to run their best. We can easily prepare our cars to run their best by following best practices in preventive maintenance! Below are some great tips we recommend for you to do so that your car is ready for the spring adventures that await. Have your car battery checked: During the colder months of winter, it is easy for your car's battery to drain faster than usual. Getting your car's battery checked will help ensure that you are not left stranded, as it power ... read more
Posted on 10/31/2021

Photo by Sandy Millar on Unsplash With the holiday season approaching, it’s a good time to reflect on our good fortune. We’ve managed to survive during a pandemic, and most of us are working to thrive while looking out for our neighbors. That proves how, when things get tough, it’s humanity’s natural reaction to come together and support each other. However, some groups of people have never stopped helping those in need, no matter the circumstances. There are some incredible charities out there, and we wouldn’t be lying to you if we say that they have brought back our hopes for the human race! This year, when you consider organizations to contribute charitably to, we’d like you ... read more