Calgary Auto Repair, Vehicle Restoration, & Customization

Car Noises That Signal You Need Service (and What They Mean)1. Squealing or Screeching When BrakingLikely cause: Worn brake pads (most common) Glazed rotors Sticking brake caliper Service needed: Brake inspection Replace brake pads Machine or replace rotors Service/caliper lubrication 2. Grinding While BrakingLikely cause: Brake pads fully worn down Metal-on-metal contact Service needed: Immediate brake pad + rotor replacement Possible caliper replacement if damaged 3. Humming or Growling From the Wheels (Changes With Speed)Likely cause: Worn wheel bearing Cupped tires Failing CV joint Service needed: Wheel bearing replacement Tire rotation or replacement Suspension/CV joint inspection 4. Clicking When TurningLikely cause: Failed CV axle/CV joint Ser ... read more

Why Trusting a Local Garage Like Dale Adams Automotive Beats Big Corporate Shops When it comes to maintaining or repairing your vehicle, the choice between a small, trusted local garage and a large corporate shop can make all the difference in your experience and your car’s performance. At Dale Adams Automotive, serving Calgary, Alberta, since 1977, we’ve built our reputation on trust, quality, and personalized service. Here’s why choosing a local garage like ours often surpasses what corporate chains can offer. 1. Personalized Service You Can Count On As a family-run business with deep roots in Calgary, we take the time to get to know you and your vehicle. At Dale Adams Automotive, you’re not just another number on a work order—you’re part of the community we’ve served for decades. Our mechanics invest in understanding your car’s unique needs, whether it’s routine maintenance or a full performan ... read more

Summer Maintenance Tips for Your Vehicle As we enter our second year of the COVID 19 Pandemic, keeping our sanity and getting away from home will now be more important than ever before. Many of us will rely on our vehicles more than ever this year as well. As we slowly come out of winter here in Alberta, we welcome the warm summer winds. This also signifies that it is time after a long winter to make sure that your vehicle is up to date in maintenance, and it's time to think about getting the winter tires off of the vehicle. This is a very busy time for us here at Dale Adams so we strongly encourage you to book your service appointment ahead of time. Here are some tips on the basic maintenance your car will need as summer approaches. Get a Fresh Oil Change The oil in your car or vehicle should be changed about every 5000 kms or three months. As Alberta is so dry and as cities spread dirt on the roads to melt ice, there are often dust particles t ... read more

Moraine Lake Alberta Tips for an Awesome Alberta Road Trip  So it looks like we could be mostly restricted to staying within Alberta this summer due to COVID 19. No matter where you’re headed or if you’re a pro or a novice, these travel tips will make your road trip an easy ride There’s no question about it; road trips are awesome. A successful road trip will stay with you for life. The ability to just get up and go and the absolute thrill of uncertainty; where will you sleep? Where will you eat? When will you get to your next stop? It’s up to you to choose where to go, when to go and what kind of budget you’ll have. Our travel tips cover some tips that will make your next Alberta (or anywhere for that matter) road trip a success and a story you will retell fondly. Special thanks to momondo.ca and their article that we used as a guide while adding our own Alberta flair ... read more

5 Things That Will Save You From a Vehicle Emergency Driving is a necessity for a lot of people in the world today. Whether it be going to work, school or anywhere in between, you can see plenty of vehicles on the roads getting to where they need to be. As more people drive to their destination, the more dangerous it can be on the roadways. Here are 5 quick tips that can keep you and your family safe on the roads, no matter where you go! Checking Your Blind Spots Checking your blind spot may seem like a no-brainer, but you’d be surprised at how many accidents a year are related to drivers not checking their blind spot! The first thing every driver must do is adjust their mirrors. When positioned correctly, side mirrors help eliminate the blind spot in your vehicle. Though most modern vehicles have blind spot monitors, it is always safer to check your blind spot yourself. Don’t Brake During a Blow Out If you experience one of your tires blowing out while y ... read more