Villa Automotive
34 SOUTH ST SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401 | 805.781.3925

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Item Most Stolen from Vehicles

What item is most often stolen from vehicles?Is it:(A) Stereo(B) Wheels(C) Air Bag(D) DVD SystemWell, if you said stereo – you used to be right. But airbags have now surpassed stereos as the big...
Published on: Aug 17, 2025

Auto Repair Ethics In

We're going to be talking about the ethics of automotive repair in San Luis Obispo. Unfortunately, every profession has some bad actors that hurt the reputation of everyone else. It's no different in ...
Published on: Apr 13, 2025

Airbags in San Luis Obispo

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: Dec 22, 2024

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: Nov 10, 2024

What San Luis Obispo 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: Dec 21, 2023

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: Dec 08, 2021

What San Luis Obispo 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: Feb 07, 2021

The Villa Automotive Guide to Safe Towing for San Luis Obispo Drivers

Let's talk about towing safety in San Luis Obispo. Too often San Luis Obispo drivers just slap a trailer on the hitch and take off. But there are safety considerations to protect your tow vehicle, com...
Published on: Jan 24, 2020