Let’s get one thing out of the way first: Silva Family Automotive does not do tires. We don't sell them, mount them, or balance them. But if that little tire pressure warning light has suddenly decided to live on your dashboard, we can definitely be your first phone call! You may have heard the term TPMS before, but unless you're an automotive person, you probably don't spend much time thinking about what those little sensors actually do. And honestly, that's okay! You're bus

I was talking to a friend and respected colleague I admire the other day, and asked them to review my site. This is what they said, "One thing I've noticed while reviewing your site is that your biggest competitive advantage isn't your certifications or warranty, although it's important, is that you teach people. That comes through every time we talk to someone that we have referred over to you. You're not trying to convince someone to buy a repair—they're learning enough to

If you are like me and you've spent any time browsing neighborhood Facebook groups or Reddit threads, you've probably seen the same issues repeated over and over. "I just had this repaired and it's already broken again." "The shop won't honor their warranty." "I paid less, but now I have to pay someone else to fix it correctly." "Who is the cheapest and can put in xxxxx parts." "Something is wrong with my car, I have a xxxxx vehicle, quote me to fix it." As auto repair profes

If you've ever had your check engine light come on right before payday, before a road trip, or when life is already stressful enough, you're not alone! We see engine concerns every day from drivers all across San Antonio. Some issues are minor and inexpensive to repair. Others start small but become major repairs because they were ignored for too long, or the fixes are based off guesses. The good news? Most engine problems give warning signs before they become catastrophic fa

What an incredible day at our first-ever Customer Appreciation Event here at Silva Family Automotive in San Antonio, TX! We want to send a huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to celebrate with us. Whether you stopped by, helped set up, checked in on us, donated prizes, visited our vendors, or simply spent the afternoon having fun with us, we truly appreciate your support. Our customers are the reason we do what we do, and this event was our way of saying thank you for tru

We can’t say it enough—our gratitude for our community means everything to us. As a local San Antonio auto repair shop, we’re putting our customers first and celebrating YOU with a special event in Central San Antonio! Join us on Saturday, June 6th for a fun-for-all, family-friendly event near you. We’re bringing together amazing local vendors to showcase their talents, offering samples, free treats, and exciting raffle prizes. It’s our way of saying thank you for your trust,

Two years ago, Silva Family Automotive opened its doors in San Antonio, TX, with a clear mission: to build trust through transparency and education in auto repair. Today, we celebrate not just a milestone but the strong relationships we have formed with our community. Our journey has been about more than fixing cars; it has been about changing how people experience automotive care. This post shares our story, values, and plans as we continue to grow and serve San Antonio. Sil

Our auto repair facility is preparing for a major upgrade in 2026 that will transform your experience while waiting for your vehicle service. We have added an extra bay garage door, introducing new technology, providing regular staff training, partnering with more local businesses, and even welcoming food trucks on-site. These changes will make your visits more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable. New extra bay garage door at the auto repair facility Adding an Extra Bay Gara

This is one of our favorite things to explain. It's definitely not what a customer wants to hear, but there is a HUGE difference of...

If you’ve ever needed air conditioning service for your car recently, you might have heard about two types of refrigerants: R134a and...

Did you come in when we first opened? My, how we have grown! We have worked out the kinks, we have added new tools and equipment to our...

Did you ever hear the saying, "buy cheap and you pay twice"? Or in Spanish, we say "Lo barato, sale caro". We don't mean any disrespect, but it's true. Trying to save money and going to an auto repair shop with your own parts is very risky. It can actually cost you more money in the long run. A few reasons why: First, we cannot provide you a warranty for a part we did not purchase and provide - as well as the labor involved. We provide our customers with a 3 year, 36000 mile

Glad you asked! A few things: As winter ends, we will spend more time appreciating the beauty of the outdoors. During the winter months,...

Whether you require a routine oil change or a new engine, your work vehicles are in excellent hands. We possess the tools, equipment,...

Our first year in San Antonio, TX, we didn't visit the rodeo. We were busy adjusting to life, moving into the city, traveling back and...

We hear "family business" a lot. That means a lot to people, both to the ones who own the business, and the ones supporting that...

We have worked hard to help you get the best coverage able. We have partenered with SEVERAL companies that will help offer you 3 years,...

9-11 hit us all as a nation. We remember where we were at the exact moment we heard the news, we remember how it felt, we remember all...

Some friday food for thought: I was reading a great story, and felt it applied regarding effort vs skill. A good reminder that in many...

What was originally thought of as just an axle repair by the customer, turned out to be a whole front assembly that was damaged. We...