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Houska Automotive Named 2025 CARFAX Top-Rated Service Center Six Years Running

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CARFAX awards this honor to service centers that consistently deliver exceptional customer experiences. For 2025, Top-Rated Service Centers earned an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, placing Houska Automotive among the best nationwide. According to CARFAX, the award recognizes shops that set the standard for trust, transparency, and customer care – values that […]

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Blog: How Modern Engines Are Designed to Last Longer

How Modern Engines Are Designed to Last Longer

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Today’s engines are more advanced, efficient and durable than ever before. They benefit from the decades of engineering evolution. Materials have become stronger, cooling systems work better and finer lubricants are moving parts better.  Best of all, onboard sensors are able to monitor their performance, allowing potential problems to be discovered early. You can say

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Blog: The Daytona 500 and the Racing Crown Jewels

The Daytona 500 and the Racing Crown Jewels: Why these races still define motorsport

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It’s almost that time! Soon we’ll be hearing the roar of the engines from the Daytona International Speedway. This iconic race signals the start of the NASCAR season and is known as one of the Crown Jewels in motorsports. Crown Jewels are the races that every driver dreams of winning and every team prepares for

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The Ultimate View: Houska Automotive Takes on the Goodyear Blimp

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Have you ever wondered what it looks like from the best seat in the house? We’re not talking about courtside tickets or a penthouse balcony. We’re talking about cruising at 500 feet in one of the world’s most recognizable icons, the Goodyear Blimp, which, by the way, is filled with 98% helium! Recently, LJ, Jon

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Gas, Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, or EV: What’s the Difference – Really?

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Whether you’re shopping for a new vehicle or just maintaining the one you already own, it can feel confusing because of the different types of engines available these days. At Houska Automotive we believe informed drivers make confident decisions. So, here’s a breakdown of the most common engine types and what they mean for your

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From Carburetors to Computers: How Cars Have Changed in One Generation

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Not that long ago, fixing a car meant lifting the hood, listening closely, and adjusting a few mechanical parts by hand. Engines relied on carburetors, timing was set manually, and a skilled technician could diagnose most problems with experience, intuition, and a well-worn toolbox. Fast forward one generation, and today’s vehicles look—and think—very differently.  

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