Elk River Tire & Auto is Committed in Helping Protect our Environment!

And that means not only recycling all oils and fluids, but also taking care of your hybrid. Our technicians are specifically trained to care for your Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, Ford, Mercury or any other hybrid vehicle. Because of our exceptional hybrid training, we perform required tune-ups and auto maintenance—such as oil and filter changes, brake checks, and tire rotation—for hybrid vehicles even under warranty.

Elk River Tire & Auto Repair technicians are also trained to diagnose and repair mechanical problems, but not under warranty. If your hybrid cars needs repair and is still under warranty, it’s best to take it to the dealership. Hybrids need many of the same maintenance care that gasoline-powered vehicles do, such as for steering and suspension, tires, and brakes. But hybrid vehicles also need additional care. Here are some of the services Elk River Tire & Auto will provide:

• Brake fluid check and brake efficiency check
• Inverter and transmission cooling system check
• Rear end oil change, if needed
• High voltage battery filter check, if needed
• High voltage connections check
• All of our hybrid services meet manufacturers’ recommendations.

Check your owner’s manual for your vehicles specific automotive maintenance needs and call Elk River Tire & Auto for an appointment.

Keeping Your Vehicle in Tune with the Environment Car care is Definitely a Win-Win Situation

Besides helping the environment, a properly maintained and operated vehicle will run more efficiently, will be safer, and will last longer-up to 50% longer, according to a survey of ASE-certified Master Auto Technicians. The following tips should put you on the road to environmentally conscious car care.

• Keep your engine tuned. A misfiring spark plug can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30%. Follow the service schedules listed in your owner's manual. Replace filters and fluids as recommended.
• Check your tires for proper inflation. Under inflation wastes fuel-your engine has to work harder to push the vehicle. Wheels that are out-of-line (as evidenced by uneven tread wear or vehicle pulling) make the engine work harder, too. Properly maintained tires will last longer, meaning fewer scrap tires have to be disposed.
• Keep your air conditioner in top condition and have it serviced only by a technician certified competent to handle/recycle refrigerants. Air conditioners contain CFCs-gases that have been implicated in the depletion of the ozone layer. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, almost one third of the CFCs released into the atmosphere come from mobile air conditioners; some simply leaks out, but the majority escapes during service and repair-so it's important to choose a qualified technician.
• Do-it-yourselfers: dispose of used motor oil, anti-freeze/coolant, tires, and old batteries properly. Many repair facilities accept these items. Or call your local municipal or county government for recycling sites. Never dump used oil or anti-freeze on the ground or in open streams.
• Observe speed limits. Mileage decreases sharply above 55 mph.
• Drive gently. Avoid sudden accelerations and jerky stop-and-go's. Use cruise-control on open highways to keep your speed as steady as possible.
• Avoid excessive idling. Shut off the engine while waiting for friends and family. Today's vehicles are designed to "warm up" fast, so forget about those five-minute warm ups on cold winter mornings.
• Remove excess items from the vehicle. Less weight means better mileage. Store luggage/ cargo in the trunk rather than on the roof to reduce air drag.
• Plan trips. Consolidate your daily errands to eliminate unnecessary driving. Try to travel when traffic is light to avoid stop-and-go conditions. Join a car pool. Remember, how your car runs, how you drive it, and how its fluids, old parts, and tires are disposed of all have serious consequences on the environment.

Elk River Tire & Auto is a Locally Owned and Operated Business Founded in 1990 by Mark Robideaux

Elk River Tire & Auto started business in the community of  Elk River, MN in 1990. Mark Robideaux's passion for vehicles started at an early age and has continued through the years. He still maintains an ASE Master Technician Certification. We specialize in preventive vehicle maintenance “Preventing a problem before a problem occurs” he says. As “the place your neighbors trust” – based on results of a client survey in which Elk River Tire & Auto was applauded for its trustworthy mechanics – our trained ASE certified technicians work on all makes and models of vehicles.

Our High Standard of Auto Services is achieved by “Friendly, Honest, Neighborhood Service all the Time”.

When it comes to auto repairs if there is one thing that makes most people angry, it's finding out that they didn't get what they were promised. When it comes to automotive repairs, the same thing applies. People just want what they are promised at a fair price. It is the way some folks still do business in this part of the country anyway. Elk River Tire & Auto Service is one of those auto repair shops that provides much more than just simple automotive repairs. We provide our customers with peace of mind. All of our customers know they're going to get exactly what they were promised, and they're going to get a fair price for it.

One of the things that places Elk River Tire & Auto Service a cut above some other garages or automotive repair shops is our commitment to excellence. You see, our technicians and mechanics are ASE certified which means we are an approved ASE Certified Automotive Repair Shop. Our customers have the peace of mind that can only come from the commitment to quality in auto repairs. That commitment has earned us the ASE certification and our customers are the ones who benefit from this high standard of excellence. Elk River Tire & Auto Service offers expertise, specialized training, and a proven record. Come get auto repairs, and automotive repairs from us so we can treat you right!

Yes, so the next time you find yourself in need of quality, reliable auto repairs, routine automobile maintenance, or just basic automotive repairs, remember Elk River Tire & Auto Service and our team of ASE certified mechanics that are waiting to diagnose and repair your car. We handle all auto repairs on any make or model of vehicle, foreign or domestic. Contact us or come by any of our locations in Elk River, MN, Ostego, MN and Zimmerman, MN to get automotive repairs today.

We're Proudly Serving all the Communities of Elk River, Otsego and Zimmerman, MN Area!

Vehicle owners in and near Elk River, Otsego, and Zimmerman, MN have known Elk River Tire and Auto for some time. We have been your complete auto repair service for the longest time and we continue to provide the best auto repair services and vehicle maintenance you need.

When you have your car serviced in our auto center, we give your car back as the safest, most comfortable car to be in. We make sure that your car issues will be solved and make you enjoy the ride for a very long time.

We have serviced more cars, vans, SUVs, and trucks than you can imagine. And we are happy to report that our customers go home happy and satisfied with the auto repair shop and auto service they got from us.

We have been here for more than 10 years now, as we opened in 1990. Elk River Tire and Auto is locally owned and run by Mark Robideaux. And he ensures that the auto repair shop continues to be serviced by ASE Certified Auto Technicians – meaning nothing but the best for each and every customer.

We at Tire and Auto Shop value ethical standards, individual opportunity, and quality community development. This is why we continue to provide satisfaction not just to our clientele but also to our own people. Whether it is auto maintenance or an auto repair service that you need, it is very much safe to say that Elk River Tire and Auto is your #1 auto center in the area.

Our Tire and Auto Shop is your friendly, honest, neighborhood auto repair service shop and we continue to look out for you, our customers, the way we would look out for our neighbors. We assure you that you will have the best auto center experience you can, and go home more than satisfied with what you got. After all, as mentioned,

We are your Best Choice For All types of Vehicle Repair & Services. We are your Friendly, Honest, Neighborhood Service All the Time!