Rick’s Automotive leads the way in automotive technology | Business

While you’ll still find sockets, wrenches and other tools of the trade in modern automotive repairs shops, these days they sit along side diagnostic computers and screens that look like they are straight out of a science fiction movie. Modern vehicles are as much computer as nuts and bolts.

“At Rick’s we have always looked to be among the first to utilize the newest technologies,” said Rick Ruback, owner of Rick’s Automotive. “It is important to stay ahead of the curve.”

To that end Rick’s Automotive will be attending the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) and AAPEX (Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo) shows the first week of November. These two shows bring well over 100,000 industry professionals and 60,000 domestic and international companies together to showcase the latest in automotive repair technologies.

“This is an excellent opportunity to learn new technologies and trends in the industry, which we can bring back home to our customers,” Ruback said.

Rick’s Automotive has a Ford Master Tech and ASE Master tech on site. Their technicians stay up to date with new technologies by taking continuing education classes throughout the year from various manufacturers.

“Not all parts are created equal,” Ruback said. “We use OEM (original Equipment manufacturer) parts as much as we can or OE aftermarket parts when doing our repairs.” Using quality parts helps ensure repairs made to your vehicle will last. They can receive deliveries on their parts up to four times a day from their supplier, so you’ll rarely have to wait long for parts to arrive. Rick’s Automotive has factory tools for GM, Ford, and Chrysler and can program approximately 75% of the vehicles on the road in Johnson County.

For peace of mind Rick’s Automotive offers a three-year 36,000-mile parts and labor warranty on most repairs and it is good nationwide. Stop into Rick’s for full discloser of their warranty program.

Rick’s Automotive was the first in Johnson County to build a 2,500-square-foot shop just for ADAS (Advance Driver Assist Systems). ADAS are electronic technologies that help drivers operate a vehicle safely and comfortably. ADAS uses sensors and cameras to monitor the driver’s input and the vehicle’s surroundings to detect potential hazards and respond accordingly. The ADAS shop at Rick’s Automotive can recalibrate your vehicle’s system if needed.

Rick’s Automotive has been serving the needs of Johnson County since 1984. Always remember that in the unlucky event that you do find yourself stranded, Rick’s Wrecker Service is at your service.

Rick’s Automotive is the best place to go to keep your car, truck or SUV running right. If you don’t believe it, ask your neighbors, they are the reason why Rick’s has been voted the No. 1 auto service center in Johnson County for 12 years running!

Rick’s Automotive is at 1110 N. Main St. in Cleburne. Visit their website at ricks-automotive.com. They can be reached by phone at 817-558-2523. The auto shop is open from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.