Graham Auto Repair

Is it time for an Oil Change Service?  It's always a good idea to be prepared and up-to-date on your vehicle maintenance services. So if you're asking yourself, "Is it time for an Oil Change?" then the answer is most likely yes! Regular oil change services are essential in keeping your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently. For most vehicles, you should schedule an oil service every 3-4 months. Why? Oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle. It ensures that all of the vehicle components are properly lubricated. This helps to reduce friction between the moving parts, which can improve overall engine performance and efficiency. Keeping up on your maintenance services assists in preventing future breakdowns!  With every service at Graham Auto Repair, our Technicians will perform a digital vehicle inspection. This inspection is free! Why do we do this? Because it's our goal to keep you and your loved ones safe when you're on the road! We do this by inspect ... read more

In January we celebrated Amber's birthday at Graham Auto Repair! We first met Amber in November 2021, shortly after we met her husband Bart. Bart is our Production Manager at our Yelm location. Amber and her husband have gone above and beyond to show our team that they care! We were very excited when Amber accepted an offer to join our Hiring Team in May 2022. As a military spouse Amber has had the opportunity to work in many different industries. After 15 years of working in human resources, she has enjoyed recruiting the most. She is always excited to help people find the perfect position that will help them meet their career goals. It's an added bonus that she gets to do that while working alongside her husband; supporting him as he grows in his own career! We are blessed to have both of them serving on our team. From the beginning Amber has always been willing to do whatever it takes to help out around the shop. Whether that means helping clean up or bringing in trea ... read more

Graham Auto Repair is hosting a Mobile Blood Drive on February 18, 2023. We would love to have you come donate blood with us at Graham Auto Repair! Sign up using our link and we will see you there! Make sure that you eat a good meal, drink plenty of non-caffeinated fluids, and bring your picture ID. If you are under the age of 18, you must have a signed, "Parental Permission to Donate" Form. You can find that form on Cascade Regional Blood Services' website, or by clicking the link here. If this date won't work for you check out our 2023 calendar below. We have partnered with the Gra ... read more

This month we are celebrating a Team Promotion! Watch a video from our celebration:  We opened our shop in Yelm WA in June 2022. It has been a lot of fun getting to know the Yelm community over the past eight months. We are grateful for the dedication of our entire team to continuously improve, and to embrace all of the challenges that we've taken on. Allen has been working with our team since August 2022. He joined us with over 26 years of experience in the automotive industry, including management. He immediately began training for our Store Manager position at our location in Yelm, WA. He began learning our systems & processes and getting to know our team. Allen and our Production Manager Bart have done a phenomenal job of bringing our team together in Yelm!  Allen has been working on cars ever since he was old enough to hold a wrench. He loves racing cars and modifying them. When he's not spending time with cars, you may find him camping, fishing, or hunting ... read more

We had so many Birthdays to Celebrate in December! Watch a video from our celebrations!   ​ Shannan has been working with our Team since 2009! Shannan serves as our Finance Manager for both of our locations. Shannan is a huge Team player, dedicated to taking care of all of us in any way that she can. She has a very artistic eye and enjoys helping out with creative projects as well. Shannan has known Troy and Kori Vaninetti since the 1990s. When she had the opportunity to work with their family, she was excited to support them in their family business. Shannan and her husband Danny have two daughters, one of which works with us at Graham Auto Repair. Shannan's eldest daughter Lacie is our Marketing and Hiring Manager. Shannan and Danny have 3 granddaughters, and multiple bonus grandchildren as well. When she's not working with our team, you will likely find Shannan traveling with her family! Bryce started working with our Team in May 2022. He serves as the ... read more

Winter is here! Many of us are getting ready to travel for the holidays. You may be asking, "How do I prepare my car for winter driving? It can seem like a daunting task. But we're here to help you! With these 4 maintenance services, you will be better prepared on the road this winter. We also have 1 more bonus tip for you at the end! 1. Tire Rotation One of the most important services to prepare your car for winter is a tire rotation. When you don't rotate your tires, they wear down unevenly. This can lead to dangerous conditions while driving in the snow. It's super important to have good tire grip when driving on ice and in the snow! By rotating your tires every few months, you'll help them to wear evenly. This will prolong the life of your tires as well.   2. Change Your Air Filter & Cabin Air Filter Did you know that most vehicles have more than one air filter? There is the engine air filter and the cabin air filt ... read more

Are you searching for the perfect gift idea for that one person who is hard to buy for? Through December 23, 2022 we are offering a Free $5 Gift Certificate with every purchase of a $25 Gift Certificate at Graham Auto Repair. You can gift the whole $30.00 or keep the bonus $5.00 as the perfect gift for yourself! There is no limit on how many Gift Certificates you can purchase. Does Grandma have a maintenance service that she's been putting off? Does your Dad need new tires or brake pads? You can buy them one certificate to help them out. Or buy them multiple certificates to cover the whole service! Stop by one of our 2 locations and talk with your Advisor today! When you give someone a Graham Auto Repair Gift Certificate, you are gifting them with so much more than just a certificate! -- Gift Certificates must be purchased in our store (cannot be purchased online). -- One $5 Free Gift Certificate is available with the purchase of each $25 Gift Certificate (no purchase limit) ... read more

It's time to celebrate another birthday with our Team! Watch a video of our celebration! Rob started working with our team in 2016, during the process of building our new shop in Graham, WA. Rob had already been working alongside us as one of our vendors. He decided to take the leap to the other side; he joined us when we were working in a temporary building down the street. We are thankful for all of the dedication and passion that Rob brings to our Team at Graham Auto Repair! He is always ready to learn new technology. Whether it's traveling to another shop to learn a new computer system, or training in Baltimore with ATI (Automotive Training Institute). Rob isn't afraid to take on new challenges! Rob grew-up in Washington State. As one of our Veterans at Graham Auto Repair, Rob served in the United States Army. He has been working in the Automotive Industry since 2009. Rob and his fiance have a beautiful baby boy that we welcomed to our family in 2021. Ch ... read more

5 Tips For Safe Driving In Winter Weather We already have our first round of snow this season! So we want to share a few tips to improve your safety out on the road. We have included a vehicle safety checklist and a list of items to keep in your vehicle. The best thing for winter driving is to be prepared and stay calm. And if possible, stay home and enjoy the beautiful snow! 1. Check the weather conditions in advance Just looking outside may not be enough! Check winter weather advisory reports for snow, sleet or ice. This will help you plan ahead. You may need to leave early, or plan ahead for your drive back home. Dress appropriately with layers, hats, gloves, and sturdy shoes. Plan your drive based on roads that may have the safest conditions! 2. Safety checklist before you hit the road When you are driving in winter weather, it's important to check your vehicle for increased safety. Here's a quick checklist of things you ... read more

It's time to celebrate another birthday with our Team! Watch a video of our celebration! Shane started working with our team shortly after we opened our second location in June 2022. We are extremely thankful for the smile and laughter that Shane brings to our team! Keeping things fun is one of our Team Essentials. Shane knows how to keep up our team's light-hearted energy in an industry that's tough! Shane is always willing to go the extra mile for our team and for our customers. Already he has demonstrated a strong passion for our mission through his dedication and hard work. Shane grew-up on a ranch where he found his love for fixing things. This drove him to his passion for the challenge of repairing cars. He is thankful for the opportunity to support his family by doing something he loves, while getting to serve our customers. Shane and his wife Margo have three children: Nick, Gabe, and Nikol. They also have two dogs named Lady and Buck. When Shane isn ... read more