car maintenance
Car Maintenance Checklist – What You Need To Know

If you’ve ever purchased a new vehicle, you’ll know that it comes with a recommended service plan. You don’t need to give it a moment’s thought – you get reminders by phone or email from the car dealership [...]

21
Aug
mechanic
8 Signs It’s Time to Visit Your Mechanic

If you live in Auckland, chances are you rely on your car on a daily basis. Whether you use it for commuting to and from work, doing your weekly grocery shop, running the kids around to sports and [...]

21
Aug
transmission service
Why Does Your Vehicle Need Transmission Service?

A transmission service is one of these services that you hear about, but you’re not really sure what it involves. That’s because not a lot of people don’t really understand what the transmission is. You know what the [...]

21
Aug
wof check
5 Things to Check Before Your Next WoF

A Warrant of Fitness, or WoF, in New Zealand is a regular check to ensure that your vehicle meets required safety standards. How often you need to have a WoF done depends on the age of your vehicle, [...]

21
Aug
pre purchase vehicle inspections
What You May Discover With a Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection

If you’re considering buying a used vehicle, we always recommend getting a pre-purchase inspection (PPI). Think of it as insurance that you’re getting your money’s worth. Buying a car will be one of the most expensive purchases you [...]

21
Jul
vehicle maintenance
Car Warning Signs – What Do They Mean

At Roskill Auto Mechanical we service and repair a wide range of vehicle makes and models, and over the years we’ve seen all sorts of vehicle problems. We have helped with some very complex issues and some very [...]

21
Jul
car tyre
How to Check Car Tyre Condition – Things to Look Out For

Looking after your tyres is an important part of regular maintenance and looking after your vehicle. We pay a lot of attention to your car tyres because they are a vital part of: safety on the road – for [...]

21
Jul
car tyre pressure
Why Proper Tyre Pressure is So Important

Sometimes it’s the simple and easy service tasks that make the biggest difference when it comes to prolonging the life of your car and keeping you safe on the road. Maintaining accurate tyre pressure is one of these things [...]

21
Jul
car oil
Why Does My Car Have an Oil Leak – What You Need To Do

It’s a common scene – you reverse out of your parking spot, notice a small puddle where your car was parked, and you drive on. Hold up. Maybe that small puddle isn’t so innocent after all. Perhaps you [...]

21
Jun
car oil
Common Car Leaks – What do They Mean?

How many times have you come back to your car only to discover a puddle underneath it? Are you the sort of person who looks into it, or do you ignore it and just hope it doesn't mean [...]

21
Jun
Car Battery
Understanding your Car Battery – and How to Extend its Life

Your car battery is a key component of your vehicle, yet often we don’t give it a moment’s thought – until it stops working. Without a properly functioning battery, your car won’t run. Let’s take a closer look [...]

21
Jun
winter driving
8 Tips for Getting Your Car Ready for Winter Driving

Winter driving involves different driving conditions that both driver and vehicle must be prepared for. You may have heard the transport agency campaigns advising drivers to drive to the conditions. But it’s also important to have your vehicle [...]

19
Jun
wheel alignment
What is a Wheel Alignment and Why is it Important?

You’ve probably heard people talk about getting a wheel alignment, but maybe haven’t given it much thought. It’s usually something people don’t even think about and just leave it to their mechanic to tell them if and when they need [...]

10
May
car inspection
Why You Should Get a Pre-Purchase Car Inspection

Is it worth paying for a pre-purchase inspection before you buy a used car? You’ll often hear us answer car advice questions with “it depends”. But not in this case. In our opinion, yes, it’s absolutely worthwhile getting a [...]

10
May
Tyre
Helpful Tips on How to Prolong the Life of Your Tyres

The best way to prolong the life of your tyres is to look after them. But what exactly does that mean? We don’t recommend you make your tyres last as long as possible – but we do encourage you [...]

09
May
Transmission Fluid
How Often Should You Change Your Vehicle’s Transmission Fluid

Your vehicle is a complex puzzle of hundreds of interdependent parts. Each component has a role to play, and each one is important in helping your vehicle run smoothly and safely. One of the underdogs of vehicle maintenance is [...]

09
May
wof service
Need of a Warrant of Fitness? Roskill Auto Mechanical is Here to Help

We’ve put together answers to some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to help make getting your next WOF an easy and stress-free process. [...]

20
Apr
car oil service
How Often Should You Change Your Oil?

We’ve all heard the advice that we should change our car’s oil regularly. But do we really understand what “regularly” means? What happens if we don’t change the oil? Are regular oil changes still required on new cars? Let’s [...]

20
Apr
Accelerator and breaking pedal
Changing Brake Pads: Should You Do It All At Once?

With most vehicle parts and components, at Roskill Auto Mechanical, we like to look at repair options before automatically assuming that replacement parts are necessary. But some things do need to be replaced from time to time to [...]

20
Apr
air filter
How Often Should You Change Your Car’s Air Filter?

The purpose of an air filter is to keep dirt, debris and contaminants from entering your engine or your car’s interior. Most cars have two air filters – one for the engine, and one for the cabin/interior. Your vehicle’s [...]

20
Apr
regular car service
How Often Should I Service My Car?

Bringing your vehicle to the mechanic or panel beater for regular service appointments is always a great idea. You will never regret taking good care of your car, van or ute as it’s likely to be one of [...]

16
Feb
Wheel Alignment
Common Signs You Need a Wheel Alignment

Having a wheel alignment is one of the most essential services your vehicle needs. It keeps you safe, helps you save on fuel, and improves the suspension and performance of your vehicle. [...]

16
Feb
petrol car service cost
How Much Does a Petrol Car Service Cost in NZ?

At Roskill Auto Mechanical, we passionately believe in honesty and transparency with our customers. We’re known for our customer service and reliability – giving you peace of mind and reassurance when you need it. We also believe in fair [...]

16
Feb
car service
The Benefits of Regularly Servicing Your Car

Over the many years that we’ve been looking after people’s vehicles, we’ve noticed three key things that are important to drivers. Whether you own your vehicle, lease a company car, or use a work van or ute, we all [...]

16
Feb