Red's Auto Repair
22 N 049 Pepper Rd, Lake Barrington, IL 60010 847.382.1442

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Airbags in Lake Barrington

After they’ve had an accident, some people wonder why their airbags didn’t go off.  Movies and television lead us to believe that airbags go off with the slightest bump.  The rea...
Published on: Oct 09, 2022

Safe Driving in IL: Eliminating Food Distractions

So, what’s most distracting food in the car?   Is it: A Hamburger? Coffee A Soft Drink Twizzlers Well, all but the licorice makes the top ten, but coffee’s the number o...
Published on: Jun 14, 2022

Has Mat? Hazmat

In the sloppy weather months, many drivers rely on protective mats to keep moisture, grime, ice, and snow from making a mess of a vehicle's interior. But if your vehicle has a mat it could become a ha...
Published on: May 20, 2022

The Red's Auto Repair Guide to Safe Towing for Lake Barrington Drivers

Let's talk about towing safety in Lake Barrington. Too often Lake Barrington drivers just slap a trailer on the hitch and take off. But there are safety considerations to protect your tow vehicle, com...
Published on: Apr 19, 2022

What Lake Barrington Drivers Should Do After a Car Accident

Getting into a car accident can ruin a lot more than just your day. So, consider these tips to make sure the damages aren't worse than you originally think: 1. Make sure everyone is ok, and call 911 ...
Published on: Sep 17, 2019

Driving on Technology

Think of how much technology has changed vehicles in the last several years. And there's a lot more coming. Many will remember when drivers were the ones who had complete control of several driving f...
Published on: Sep 11, 2019

What Lake Barrington Drivers Should Do After a Car Accident

Getting into a car accident can ruin a lot more than just your day. So, consider these tips to make sure the damages aren't worse than you originally think: 1. Make sure everyone is ok, and call 911 ...
Published on: May 07, 2016

Distracted Driving

When asked, most people think they are good at multi-tasking. Scientific studies, however, reveal that only around 2% of the population can truly demonstrate the capacity to effectively multi-task. Fo...
Published on: Nov 04, 2015