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

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

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

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

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

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