It’s that time of year again! Time for major fun at Houska’s Garage Band Event to support four local charities including Coats & Boots, Project Smile, Super Hero Underwear, and ChildSafe. This year, the event takes place Saturday, July 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Houska Heavy Duty. At Houska Automotive, we love kids, and so […]
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Whether you just turned 16 and have that key in hand or you’ve been driving for 60 years, accidents on the road can happen. Of course, the goal is to stay safe while driving, but sometimes we can’t help what the people around us are doing. So which cities have the safest overall drivers? Fort
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With rising summer gas prices, pre-vacation vehicle checks and maybe a routine oil change, the last thing you want to deal with right now is car theft. Unfortunately, July and August are the most popular times for car thieves to steal valuables out of your car… or just the car itself! July has thus been
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It happened in the blink of an eye, but suddenly your kids are 16 and driving. This is a skill they’ll use for the rest of their lives, so how do you teach them to maintain their vehicles? Knowing about their car and its required care can save them time and money on expensive repairs
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It’s quickly heating up in northern Colorado, and the last thing you want is your air conditioning to go out! Unfortunately, the air conditioning system is just like any other system in your car and can wear down or require a bit of maintenance. Here’s a few things you can check if you think your
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It’s about that time of year again. School’s out, the kids (and you) are ready for a vacation! If you have small children (or even big children, let’s be honest), extended periods of time in the car can be tough. Here are our top tips for staying sane on family road trips! Car Games Classic
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With mountains, rivers, great weather and amazing people, what’s not to love about this beautiful area we call home? During the summer months, everyone is out and about enjoying the best that northern Colorado has to offer. Here are some of the top events that you won’t want to miss! Taste of Fort Collins: June
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Think you know everything about cars? Guess again! See if you know the answers to these car-related trivia questions! Questions: What is Henry Ford most famous for? Which city was the first to use three-color stop lights? What car does Steve McQueen drive in the movie Bullitt? What American city was General Motors founded in?
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Houska has always been proud to lend a helping hand to our beloved northern Colorado community. For several years, we’ve hosted Garage Band Events as one way to give back to those in need. This year, we are excited to open our garages on Saturday, July 14 for live music, dancing, tasty bites, a silent
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Well, it’s finally starting to feel like spring here in northern Colorado! If you’re tired of cleaning out your closet, here are some easy things you can do to spring clean your car. Polish those Headlights Polishing your headlights can make a big difference in your nighttime visibility! All you’ll need is a polishing cloth,
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