Albany Auto Repair

It may be a familiar but unsettling moment—you're cruising through Albany when suddenly, the glow of the check engine light pops up on your dashboard. For Cadillac owners, that tiny light can mean something as simple as a loose gas cap or as serious as an engine malfunction. The key is knowing what it means and acting fast: If the check engine light is flashing on-and-off, as soon as it is safe to do so, pull over into a parking lot or to the side of the road, turn off the engine and call Autoworx Albany – have your vehicle towed to our Albany auto repair shop. If the check engine light is steady – it should be safe to drive, but please make an appointment as soon as possible .If you drive around with the check engine light “on”, there is a possibility of cause catalytic converter damage. Our Albany auto repair facility offers comprehensive Cadillac care, including diagnosing and fixing Cadillac check engine light issues. Our goal is ... read more

Your Toyota’s water pump is one of those parts you don’t think about—until it fails. Responsible for circulating coolant through the radiator, it keeps your engine temperature stable and your drive smooth. But when a water pump starts to go bad, things can escalate fast. Overheating, breakdowns, and even engine failure can happen if it’s not addressed promptly. At Adams Autoworx in Albany offer water pump replacement for all Toyota models, including the Corolla, Camry, RAV4, and Highlander, to name just a few.  Our ASE-certified technicians use their cutting-edge tools and OEM quality parts to get your Toyota in top shape again. Wondering if your Toyota’s water pump is on its way out? Watch for symptoms like rising engine temperatures, visible leaks under the car, grinding or whining sounds from the front of the engine, or steam coming from under the hood. Some drivers also notice the temperature gauge creeping up while stuck in traffic or idling. T ... read more

Adams Autoworx Announces New Leadership Team   Castro Valley, CA – July 1, 2025 Adams Autoworx, a trusted leader in automotive repair and maintenance for more than 60 years, is proud to announce an important leadership transition that marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in our company’s history. Effective July 1, Trevor Adams has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, and Ian Anderson has been named Chief Operating Officer. Trevor Adams, a third-generation owner, has played a pivotal role in shaping Adams Autoworx into the highly respected automotive service provider it is today. As CEO, Trevor will continue to guide our mission to deliver quality, value, and exceptional service to our customers and community. Ian Anderson joins the leadership team as COO, bringing extensive operational expertise and a shared dedication to upholding the highest standards of automotive care across all Adams Autoworx locations in Castro Valley, Albany, a ... read more

On June 6th, 1925 Walter Chrysler founded Chrysler. He did so by reorganizing Maxwell Motor Company (which was founded in 1904) into what we now know as Chrysler. The first vehicle it produced, the Chrysler 70, offered features that were on the cutting-edge of automotive innovation at the time. Since then Chrysler has produced sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, and minivans, including the first plug-in hybrid minivan: Chrysler Pacifica.   Even though many Chrysler models have been discontinued (like the Chrysler 300 sedan, or Chrysler Aspen SUV), at Adams Autoworx Albany we continue to provide support for Chrysler vehicles. Now part of Stellantis North America, Chrysler continues to produce Chrysler Voyager and the award winning Chrysler Pacifica minivans. Our Albany auto repair shop offers broad range of automotive services for both domestic and foreign vehicles. So whether your Chrysler is in need of regular oil change, or needs suspension work, or has the check engine light &ldquo ... read more

The heat is on! Summers days are upon us and your car’s air conditioning will be called upon to provide refreshing stream of cold air – on demand. So beat the rush, and call Adams Autoworx Albany today to get your vehicle’s a/c system inspected and ready for the Summer. At Adams Autoworx Albany we provide comprehensive automotive a/c services, not just refrigerant refill, but also leak detection and repair, overall ac system diagnostics and repair or replacement of failing components. Auto AC system may fail at many points: radiator, pump, hoses, coolant levels – at our Albany auto care center we can diagnose an repair any problems that plague your vehicle’s a/c, and restore its operation to proper cooling standard. When you bring your vehicle to Adams Autoworx Albany, you can expect friendly customer service, complimentary digital vehicle inspection (with any service or repair), OE quality auto parts, and nationally ASE certified technicians working on ... read more