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Auto Lab Libertyville technicians trained, ready to service your hybrid
Libertyville, Ill. – Many car buyers debate the purchase of a hybrid vehicle because they fear the maintenance costs will be higher than that of a regular gasoline engine.
But Kevin Riddick, founder and owner of Auto Lab in Libertyville, Ill. says hybrids have proven to be reliable new and used car choices. “The hybrid-specific components have been shown to have a long lifespan,” he said. “Even the batteries, which were initially a pretty big concern, have proven to be more reliable than expected and tend to cost less than predicted to replace.”
In addition, Riddick urges consumers to remember that hybrids still have a lot in common with their gasoline-engine vehicles. And to ensure their skillsets keep pace with changing technology, the ASE-Certified Technicians at Auto Lab recently received advanced hybrid vehicle training through Precision Service & Parts, Inc.
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“The dealer you purchase your hybrid vehicle from is not your only service and repair option,” Riddick said. “Hybrids have an engine, transmission and brakes – all the components you’ll find in a regular car. Yes, there are some key differences, and that’s why you want to choose an auto repair shop that has completed advanced training. But remember, hybrids have timing belts that need to be replaced and fluids that need to be flushed just like any other vehicle.”
Besides the advanced training needed to service and repair hybrids, Auto Lab shares the “green mentality” behind many of their clients’ decisions to purchase a more energy-efficient vehicle.
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“Our service center uses several green techniques, including recycling waste chemicals,” said Sherman Riddick, service manager at Auto Lab. “We commend our clients who have purchased hybrids and what they are doing to reduce emissions. They tell us they truly enjoy driving past the gas station and not needing to stop for gas.”
If you are driving a hybrid vehicle in Libertyville area, stop by Auto Lab and experience the service level, honesty and integrity that has earned them 5-star ratings on Google, Angie’s List and Yelp. Auto Lab located at 400 S. Milwaukee Ave. in Libertyville, Ill. Kevin and Sherman can be reached at 847-367-4488 and they can be found online at www.autolablibertyville.com.
