Lowell Auto Repair

Knowing when to bring in your vehicle for an oil change can be tricky as it depends upon several factors including your vehicle’s year, make and model, the weight of motor oil, and driving conditions. Other factors affecting your oil include your maintenance schedule, stop and go driving, and severe weather conditions. While the standard used to be every 3,000 miles for most vehicles, the ASE-Certified auto mechanics at Mechanics Direct in Lowell, MA, recommend New England drivers have their oil changed every three to four months depending upon the type of oil you use. That’s because the harsh New England weather plays havoc with your car. Everything from rust and corrosion to potholes and poor road surfaces affects your vehicle, and high-quality, clean motor oil is critical to smooth, efficient engine performance. Failure to change and replace your motor oil could result in catastrophic effects. While we do offer towing services, at Mechanics Direct, we never want to fi ... read more

Are you looking for a place to show off your newly restored or customized car? If your answer is yes, then our team at Mechanics Direct in Lowell has a few suggestions for you. After you drive away from our auto repair shop in your mechanical masterpiece, why not head on over to a car show or racetrack in New England? Our auto mechanics, who are experts in performance and restoration, have compiled a list of the top car show and racetrack destinations in the New England area. Mechanics Direct is one of the rare few auto repair shops in the country capable of servicing the Acura NSX. These speed demons require a delicate touch, and our auto mechanics are always up for the challenge. Based on our passion and experience for racing, we also know which race tracks are the best in the business: New England Dragway: Along with having a racetrack, this facility also hosts quite a few car shows as well. We like to say it has the best of both worlds. New Hampshire Motor Speedway: This site b ... read more

The auto mechanics at Mechanics Direct are the trusted source for auto repair in Lowell. At our facility, we strive to establish rapport with you. We want you and your family stay to secure and safe on the streets in Lowell and the surrounding communities, and we aim to make sure your car, no matter the make or model, will continue to run in optimal condition for years to come. Our team at Mechanics Direct in Lowell wants to minimize our carbon footprint. We are conscientious of how we operate at our auto repair shop, and we have a made a solid commitment to being an environmentally friendly facility. However, we think actions speak louder than words, so we have compiled a list of how we are going green: We have installed energy efficient LED Lighting throughout our shop, showroom, and exterior of our building in Lowell. Our auto mechanics recycle used motor oil which we reuse to heat our auto repair shop. We recycle all glass and plastic bottles, parts containers, cardboar ... read more

Did you know that as the weather gets colder there is an extra strain placed upon your battery! Even though you may be able to start your car fine today, Will Your car Start in the Dead of Winter? Usually any battery problems are first experienced in the morning, after the vehicle has been sitting for 8-12 hours.  When you turn the key does it take many tries for your engine to start? Are you hearing a whirring or clicking sound?  If so, then this is a warning sign that something is on its way out and your car needs attention! Whenever experiencing any starting issues be sure to have a Complete Charging System Test performed by and experienced ASE Master Certified Auto Technician/Mechanic.  This will include thorough testing of the Alternator, Battery, Wiring and Connections. Winter can be a particularly harsh time of year for you and your car.  So, while you’re at it, also have your Antifreeze, Radiator, and Hoses Checked for below freezing temperatures ... read more

What are the Most Important Questions to Ask Yourself to Know if you are Getting the Best Service for You & Your Car? Ready? Here We Go! Do you feel that you are able to Communicate Your Wants & Needs to your service professional? Do they Identify your Issues and Concerns? Do they Understand for what purpose your car will be driven? Do they help Fulfill Your Automotive Goals? Do they Design an Individualized Service Plan to address You & Your Vehicle’s Needs? Do they Provide you with Highly Trained ASE Certified Auto Technicians? Are you offered very High Quality Service backed-up by a Multi-Year Warranty? And if so how long is the warranty and is it nationwide? If You Answered No to any of these Questions then you are Selling Yourself Short! Consider this: #1 You are the customer and Your Concerns & Goals Should Count! Communication is a Very Important Part of the Service Process. You Deserve Better than cookie cutter one-size fits all service ... read more