Richmond Auto Repair

September is a busy time around Richmond, with tons of events and festivals you can attend! Here are a few of our favorite festivals.  Flowers After 5: Flowers After 5 is a terrific way to relax at the end of the day. This event has been going on at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden all summer, but there are still two Thursday events left for you to attend. There’s live music, flowers of course, and more! Note that the September 13th event is also a Fidos event, which means that your dog is welcome, too! Stone’s Throw Down in RVA: This festival on September 8 includes independent craft beer with a full day of music! Proceeds benefit the James River Association, Neighborhood Resource Center of Greater Fulton, Virginia Trail Foundation, and Venture Richmond.  Mathews Market Days Festival: This free, two-day event is held the Friday after Labor Day. This yea ... read more

Engines need motor oil, but they need the correct motor oil — one that protects them while operating. Because anything less than that means you’re driving toward serious and expensive repairs.  Motor oil quality in North America has fallen behind engine development, notably with the introduction of Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) and Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDI) engines. If you own a BMW, MINI or Mercedes vehicles, chances are you have a GDI or TGDI engine. Here’s what The Euro Shop believes you need to know.   Smaller, More Powerful, Turbocharged Engines Are Now the Norm Fifteen years ago, most automakers began shifting engine production to GDI, and more recently, to TGDI powerplants. Both engine types are downsized, but more powerful, more fuel efficient, and exhaust fewer emissions. So why the shift? First, the engines greatly help automakers to meet the challenging 2025 regulatory fuel economy requirement for 54.5 mpg. I ... read more

In a word ... Safety. Specifically the safety of you, your family and other passengers your transport. If you own a Mercedes-Benz, BMW, or MINI vehicle and live in or near Richmond, North Chesterfield, or Midlothian, chances are you’re already taking your car to The Euro Shop in Richmond to get the specialized expert maintenance and auto repair you expect and deserve. If you’re not, it’s time you consider The Euro Shop, the auto repair facility considered to be the best in the area.   In today’s "autosphere," driver and passenger safety has become everyone’s business. BMW, MINI, and Mercedes-Benz nameplates are amongst the global leaders in developing and implementing advanced technologies, while staying vigilant about driver and passenger safety. Many new cars of these brands equipped with ADAS technologies are being sold today. If you don’t already own one, your next MINI, BMW or Mercedes-Benz will be loaded with them.   Not ... read more

Touch Your Roots and Free Your Soul Four Richmond-based road trips to dazzle your visitors   Richmond, Virginia  — located in the crux of American history and culture — is within the day trip to explore on your own, or with visitors and friends. From scenic parkways to historical landmarks and living museums, to sand and surf, to our nation’s capital, so many delightful sojourns await the curious. If I had company coming to Richmond for the first time, here’s are four very different day trips I’d plan to wow them: Mix and Mall It Trek — Make this road trip an overnighter. Head out of Richmond on I-95 to Fredericksburg — you know, the town where George Washington grew up and slept — and book a B&B for the night. Park at the train station and switch travel modes to ride the rails to Union Station in Washington, D.C., which is a short hop, skip or jaunt over to the National Mall — America’s most-visited national ... read more

Vehicles, like you, like to stretch their legs and breathe some clean air. In Virginia, that especially means mountain air. For BMW, Mini and Mercedes-Benz vehicle owners who leave our cityscapes behind, all year-round, mountain road tripping captures our senses. But like any drive, proper preparation and a partnership between you, the driver, and your automotive shop, as your pit crew, is paramount. Here are five ways you can optimize your enjoyment and vehicle’s hassle-free performance when you head for the hills: Be Weather Aware — Mountain weather and subsequent road conditions can change suddenly and often. The elements themselves present challenges, and they can also prompt road debris, flooding, mudslides and more. So be aware, alert and ready to adapt. Check weather reports on your radio or phone app often; be ready to adjust your speed and adjust your following distances; keep your lights on and gas tank half full or more; and store a “go” box in yo ... read more

Ah, Spring! With the change in temperatures come Spring Rains. Sometimes those rains are light, warm, and breezy. Other times, you could be stuck in a torrential downpour. Do you know how to drive safely during the rains of Spring? If you’re uncertain, here are a few helpful driving tips. Make sure your tires are in good condition. How do your tires look? Do they have plenty of tread?  Are they showing signs of even or uneven wear? Are your tires properly inflated? If you answer yes to all of these questions, chances are very good your tires are in good condition. If you aren’t sure, you can bring your vehicle into The Euro Shop in Richmond for a safety check. Know how to react when you hydroplane. Hydroplaning is when your vehicle’s tires lose contact with the road because they’re floating on water. This happens when water pools on the road or during a heavy rain. When you feel your vehicle start to hydroplane, immediately remove your foot off the gas p ... read more

If you live near or around Richmond, North Chesterfield, and Midlothian and are looking for premier auto mechanics, you're in luck! The Euro Shop is your #1 choice for incredible auto repair and reliable customer service. If you have a BMW enthusiast in your life and need some BMW-related gifts for them, The Euro Shop has some suggestions: BMW Remote Start System Say goodbye to frigid commutes because with the BMW Remote Start System, you can start the car from inside your home! BMW Apparel Created to offer ultimate style and comfort, consider gifting clothes from BMW Men's and Women's Collections. Choose from rugby shirts, Italian leather handbags, performance fleece, tailor-cut jackets, and more. BMW Roof Rack System If the person you need a gift for is a lover of the outdoors, the BMW Roof Rack System might be the way to go. These roof attachments make it much easier to transport surfboards, bikes, and other outdoo ... read more

The team of auto mechanics at The Euro Shop pride themselves in offering the most quality auto repair in Richmond, North Chesterfield, and Midlothian. Customers stay with us for years because we prove time and time again that we offer top-notch auto repair services and honest customer service. The team at The Euro Shop are experts at our jobs because we genuinely have a passion for the work that we do. Why else do clients choose us over the competition? Courtesy Shuttle Service Discounts on Enterprise rental Uber Loaner vehicles Towing services The Euro Shop does complete inspections on all cars BMW Master Certified auto mechanics Honest staff Exemplary customer service 36 month/3k warranty State-of-the-art facilities with the most sophistic diagnostic tools and equipment systems, tools, and equipment. We also have a great logo and great shirts! We continue to get incredible feedback from clients who had a positive experience at The Euro Shop. Here’s a recent review f ... read more

Since we are BMW fanatics at The Euro Shop, our auto mechanics are trained at the STEP Program that focuses on BMW auto repair. Clients from Richmond, North Chesterfield, and Midlothian stay with us year after year because of our commitment to having a team that is highly qualified in the automotive field. What exactly do our technicians at The Euro Shop focus on with their intensive training at the STEP Program? At the STEP Program, our auto mechanics learn how to use the highest quality diagnostic systems that The Euro Shop utilizes. The technicians are taught BMW-approved procedures to service the vehicle’s battery and charging, starting, and electronic systems. They also learn about BMW's latest engine models and the following: Perform chassis service procedures Learn BMW-approved brake service procedures. Gain proficiency in advanced wheel balancing equipment, alignment, strut removal, and installations. The Euro Shop is committed to giving their employees the best t ... read more

If you live in or around Richmond, North Chesterfield, and Midlothian and need preventive maintenance, you’re in luck! The auto mechanics at The Euro Shop are experts at auto repair and ready, willing, and able to assist you. We’ve earned many long-term satisfied customers because, at The Euro Shop, we're dedicated to quality work and genuine customer service. Staying on top of preventative maintenance will increase the lifespan of your vehicle and improve fuel efficiency. Also, preventative maintenance makes your automobile more reliable and saves you car trouble down the line. The auto mechanics at The Euro Shop are experts at auto repair and would be happy to provide preventive maintenance to help you feel more secure on the roads. The team at The Euro Shop is proud that we have so many loyal customers who give us great feedback about their experience with us. Here’s a recent rave review that we received from a client. “I received a low beam malfunctio ... read more