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3 days ago
1 min

A quick thank you

With the year coming to a close I’ve been doing a little bit of reflecting and I wanted to take the time to say thank you.

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Steve Ek

6 days ago
2 min

Mechanic near me

I didn't open Ek Automotive with the goal of it becoming a nationally known leader of the industry but things happen sometimes.

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Steve Ek

Nov 16
1 min

Hometown Edison Park

I took advantage of the beautiful weather the other day and enjoyed a drink at a sidewalk table at Que Onda on the corner of Oliphant and...

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Steve Ek

Oct 12
3 min

Taking a brake from painting

How does spray paint and auto repair have anything to do with each other?

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Buying tires doesn't have to difficult with these few simple tricks

Steve Ek

Sep 29
2 min

Buying tires doesn't have to difficult with these few simple tricks

You could be the world's greatest online shopper, a coupon ninja, the superstar of the clearance section but I bet you'd still be nervous...

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Trust, care and car washes. The beginners guide to keeping your car forever

Steve Ek

Sep 29
2 min

Trust, care and car washes. The beginners guide to keeping your car forever

For a lot of people a car is the second biggest investment you'll make behind buying a home. While the idea of a “forever home” is commo...

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Steve Ek

Sep 29
2 min

An open letter from Steve

Hello, Steve Ek here from Ek Automotive. There has been a lot of uncertainty lately about the future of our lives, our businesses, and o...

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