Hansen CARS

128 Sumner Ave. Ames, Iowa 50010 | (515) 232-4241

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Technician Training At Hansen CARS; You're In Good Hands

Technician Training At Hansen CARS; You're In Good Hands

Your vehicle is so important to your life in Ames: when it breaks down, you need it back on the road as soon as possible – with the problem fixed right the first time. If you've ever check into some o...
Published on: May 05, 2019
Diagnostic Service

Diagnostic Service

Imagine waking up one morning with a stomachache.  You pick up the phone, call the doctor’s office and say, “I’ve got a really bad tummy ache.  How much will it cost to mak...
Published on: Mar 28, 2018
On-Board Diagnostics in Ames IA

On-Board Diagnostics in Ames IA

Some are confused by charges for diagnostic services for a vehicle repair.  Many services include diagnostic fees.  When you take your laptop in for a problem, you’ll likely have to le...
Published on: Mar 15, 2018
Deciphering The Menu Board At  Service Centers : Part 2

Deciphering The Menu Board At Service Centers : Part 2

You may not be familiar with all the items on your service center’s menu board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed.  Remember, the board is t...
Published on: Jul 04, 2017
Customer Detective Work In Ames IA

Customer Detective Work In Ames IA

One might say the most challenging part of being an automotive service technician in Ames is diagnosing a problem before it can be fixed.Cars in Ames are made up of a bunch of complex systems. There u...
Published on: Oct 10, 2015