About Us
All Makes Automotive Services is a full-service auto repair and preventive maintenance center. We have been performing our high quality and guaranteed auto repairs in the Rio Rancho area since 2003. We are here for your service and maintenance needs and we are qualified to repair and service all domestic and imported cars, trucks, and SUV's using parts that are equal to or exceed the standards of those parts originally used by the manufacturers. We are definitely the cost-effective alternative to car dealership servicing for all scheduled maintenance of your personal or company auto, pickup or truck. Regardless of where ...
Services
We service and repair all imported and domestic cars and trucks. Bring in your imported or domestic auto, SUV, or pickup today with complete confidence that your vehicle will be serviced or repaired correctly the first time. Don't be worried about the factory warranty on your new car! All of our employees are ASE Certified Master Technicians and we have the skills, training, and equipment necessary to perform all required maintenance on your new car or truck while maintaining your warranty. We are the preferred alternative to the dealership for all scheduled maintenance of your personal car or truck, as ...
Customers
All Makes Automotive Services is committed to our customers and would like to hear from you. We have created a guest book for you to add a picture of yourself and/or your vehicle along with a comment. Thank you for being an All-Makes customer! And remember, we offer a 12 month/12,000 mile warranty on all workmanship. -Dale & Marlene Erickson
Location
All Makes Automotive Services now has two locations. The new building is located at 302 Industrial Park Loop NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 in a convenient location just off of NM528. The original building still is located at 1050 33rd St NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144, just off Northern Blvd between Broadmoor & Lowes.Click on "Get directions" below to get step by step driving directions. [mappress][mappress mapid="2"]
Maintenance Tips
Maintenance IntervalsVehicle System or Component Check Monthly Check Every 3,000 Miles Service Notes Automatic Transmission Fluid Yes Check level with engine running... [Read More]
FiltersThere are a number of replaceable filters in a car. They are listed in your owners manual along with recommended replacement intervals. If you live in a dusty area... [Read More]
Timing BeltsCertain engines with overhead camshafts have timing belts that have a limited life span. Car makers use these belts instead of more durable chains because chains... [Read More]
How Cars Work
BrakesThe modern automotive brake system has been refined for over 100 years and has become extremely dependable and efficient. The typical brake system consists of disk... [Read More]
Dashboard GaugesThe minimum number of gauges on a passenger car dashboard is the speedometer and the fuel gauge. The most common additional gauge is the temperature gauge followed... [Read More]
Ignition SystemThe purpose of the ignition system is to create a spark that will ignite the fuel-air mixture in the cylinder of an engine. It must do this at exactly the right... [Read More]
Driving Tips
Are you an aggressive driver?Name Symptoms Remedy 1 Obsessing about slow traffic “At this rate we’ll never get there” , “I feel like I’m going backwards” , “Now I’m stuck behind this slow driver” etc. Leave earlier; Give up getting there on time; Distract yourself with radio or music; Admire the scenery; Practice yoga breathing 2 Feeling... [Read More]
Driving EtiquetteHere are some simple Rules of the Road to remember the next time you go out: When driving, pay attention to the task at hand Do not stay in the left lane if you are going slower than the traffic to your right If you are not passing another car, remain in the right lane(s) If a car is approaching from the rear, flashing its lights, move over as... [Read More]
Driving Tips for New Drivers21 Smart Driving Tips for New Drivers: You’re biggest risk of having a bad accident is within the first two years of you passing your driving test. Follow these hints and you can reduce this risk. After passing your test it will be strange to find an empty front passenger seat. The first time you drive take someone with you for support. Think... [Read More]
HydroplaningHydroplaning is perhaps one of the most terrifying things that can take place to any driver short of being engaged in a major collision. There you are, cruising along at fifty or sixty miles per hour in the rain, and all of a sudden your car is out of control. Several drivers don’t have a clue as to why their car abruptly ceased to respond to... [Read More]
Ten Ways to Save on Gas1) Keep starts and stops smooth. Nailing the pedal to the floor in “jackrabbit starts” wastes gas. Abrupt stops also waste fuel—and cause extra wear and tear. 2) Perform routine car care. Dirty air filters and oil filters, worn spark plugs, neglected oil changes and problems with the emission-control system can reduce fuel economy. Change your... [Read More]
Driving Tips for Mom’s-to-BeWith all of the excitement surrounding moms-to-be, transportation is the least of the worries, however driving while pregnant can be a very uncomfortable situation. Here are tips to new and expectant mothers for safe and comfortable car rides. Many pregnant women may find driving to be less than comfortable, worrying if their belly is too close to the... [Read More]




