Berkeley Auto Repair

Planning a road trip? Whether you’re heading up the coast, through the mountains, or across the desert, one thing’s for sure—your car needs to be ready for the miles ahead. Even the most reliable vehicle can run into trouble if it hasn’t been checked over before a long drive. A little preparation goes a long way in making your trip smoother, safer, and a lot less stressful. Here’s how to get your car road trip ready without overthinking it. Start With a General Health Check Before anything else, you’ll want to give your car a basic once-over—or, better yet, schedule a pre-trip inspection. This should include checking the following: Oil and fluid levels Tire tread and pressure Brake function Lights and signals Windshield wipers and washer fluid It’s about confirming that all the essentials are in good shape and funct ... read more

Welcome to Oceanworks Berkeley. Our family owned and operated auto repair shop provides complete automotive maintenance and repair services, including comprehensive brake service and repair. Brake system reliability equals safety for your passengers, for you, and for other motorists and for pedestrians.  Our nationally ASE-certified technicians are equally comfortable working on disc brakes as well as drum brakes, so no matter what brake system is used by your vehicle, we can get it serviced and/or repaired. Brake services and repairs we perform most often include replacing brake pads, testing and changing brake fluid (aka brake fluid flush), brake shoe replacement, finding the cause of squealing brakes, and ... read more