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Honda Service Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

METRO: Your Honda Service Center in Fairbanks, Alaska

METRO: Your Honda Service Center in Fairbanks, Alaska

Rebecca

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September 21, 2023

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Honda Service

Fairbanks is known for its breathtaking landscapes and extreme weather conditions, making it a unique place to explore—and a unique place to

Express Oil Change Services Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Express Oil Change Services: Making Routine Maintenance Convenient

Express Oil Change Services: Making Routine Maintenance Convenient

Rebecca

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September 7, 2023

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Oil Change

Getting your oil changed regularly is a non-negotiable in vehicle maintenance and care. Finding the time can be a struggle. More than

Nail in my Tire Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Can I Drive With A Nail In My Tire?

Can I Drive With A Nail In My Tire?

Rebecca

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August 24, 2023

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Car Safety

While, yes, you can drive with a nail, screw or other object in your tire, you can only do so for a

Leaking Oil Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Diagnosing the Drips: Why Your Car Might Be Leaking Oil

Diagnosing the Drips: Why Your Car Might Be Leaking Oil

Rebecca

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August 10, 2023

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Car Safety

Worn-Out Gaskets and Seals Gaskets and seals are crucial components that prevent oil leaks by creating tight connections between engine parts. Over

Essentials to Keep in your Car Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

A Checklist of 5 Essentials to Keep in Your Car

A Checklist of 5 Essentials to Keep in Your Car

Rebecca

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July 13, 2023

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Car Safety

Spare Tire and Jack Flat tires don’t make appointments or come at convenient times! They come without warning, and they jam up

Ball Joints Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Understanding Ball Joints: A Quick Overview

Understanding Ball Joints: A Quick Overview

Rebecca

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June 29, 2023

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Ball Joints

When it comes to the suspension system of a vehicle, ball joints play a crucial role. These small but significant components connect

Subaru, Honda, Toyota Repairs Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Mastering the Art of Subaru, Honda and Toyota Repairs: A Mechanic’s Guide

Mastering the Art of Subaru, Honda and Toyota Repairs: A Mechanic’s Guide

Rebecca

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June 14, 2023

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Car Maintenance

Although our mechanics work on virtually all makes and models of cars or trucks, the team at Metropolitan Garage in Fairbanks, Alaska

Brake Systems and Brake Care Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

The Non-Mechanic’s Guide to Brake Systems and Brake Care

The Non-Mechanic’s Guide to Brake Systems and Brake Care

Rebecca

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May 15, 2023

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Car Maintenance

Brakes are one of the most important safety features on a vehicle, enabling you to slow down or stop and avoid or

Hybrid or EV - What you need to know Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Do You Own a Hybrid or EV? Here’s What You Need to Know

Do You Own a Hybrid or EV? Here’s What You Need to Know

Rebecca

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May 9, 2023

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Hybrid

Hybrids and electric vehicles (EV) have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their improved fuel economy and reduced emissions. While

Common Car Problems in Alaska Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

10 Common Car Problems in Alaska

10 Common Car Problems in Alaska

Rebecca

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April 14, 2023

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Car Safety

Every region and state in the US comes with its own challenges, especially for cars. Whether it’s road conditions, aggressive drivers or

Trickle Charger Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

8 Maintenance Tips to Extend the Life of Your Car Battery

8 Maintenance Tips to Extend the Life of Your Car Battery

Rebecca

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April 10, 2023

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Car Maintenance

Have you ever been ready to drive somewhere, only to turn the key and hear that dreaded “click-click-click” of a dead battery?

Winter Roadside Emergency Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Metro’s Ultimate Guide to Outfitting Your Winter Roadside Emergency Kit

Metro’s Ultimate Guide to Outfitting Your Winter Roadside Emergency Kit

Rebecca

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March 6, 2023

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Car Safety

Winter is almost over, but not quite! Don’t trade out your Roadside Emergency Kit for your ExtraTuffs just yet. Hopefully you’ve had

Trickle Charger Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Do I Need a Trickle Charger?

Do I Need a Trickle Charger?

Rebecca

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February 20, 2023

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Car Maintenance

How do you know when you need a trickle charger? They are often regarded as battery chargers, but they are not. In

Shaky Braking Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

Shaky Braking: Symptoms and Causes

Shaky Braking: Symptoms and Causes

Rebecca

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February 6, 2023

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Car Maintenance

There are a number of symptoms and causes for shaky braking. Shaky braking is best described as a pulsation or dramatic vibration

Cold Weather Car Care Metropolitan Garage Fairbanks, AK

7 Cold Weather Car Care Tips

7 Cold Weather Car Care Tips

Rebecca

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February 3, 2023

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Car Safety

Although it’s no secret that Alaska’s extreme winter weather can be harsh on our vehicles, many people don’t know how to properly

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About Our Blog

At Metropolitan Garage, our blog is where Fairbanks drivers find clear, honest insights about car care and maintenance. From tackling Alaska’s tough weather to understanding everyday repairs, we share expert tips, seasonal advice, and stories that help you keep your vehicle safe, reliable, and ready for the road.

Latest Posts

The Toyota Block Heater Myth

August 4, 2026

Why Does My Car Battery Die Overnight When It’s Cold?

July 2, 2026

The Science of Friction Tires: When Winter Grip Fades Away

April 13, 2026

Why Is My Car Shaking, Bumpy, or Struggling to Defrost?

January 27, 2026

Winter Oil Changes in Interior Alaska: The Science Behind Cold-Weather Engine Survival

January 23, 2026

Why Your Engine Block Heater Keeps Tripping the Breaker: The Science Behind Proper Cord Routing

January 15, 2026

Do You Have Less Heat Blowing Than You Remember? (And What Your Water Pump Has to Do With It)

December 18, 2025

Honda Hybrid Cold Stalling Issue Continues in 2026

October 15, 2025

How Long Do Hybrid Batteries Last—And How Do Hybrids Perform in Cold Weather?

October 9, 2025

Alaskan Winters Destroy Engines That Follow “Normal” Service Intervals

September 24, 2025

Metropolitan Garage Installs Toyota Block Heaters

September 18, 2025

Spark Plug Issues: How Can Cold Weather Affect Spark Plugs?

September 9, 2025

Car AC Repair in Alaska: Tips for All-Season Comfort

August 12, 2025

Your Car AC Unit and Heater Are One Thing

August 4, 2025

3 Common Car Myths Debunked

July 28, 2025

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Be sure to make arrangements to pick up your vehicle! We are close to the airport, but we do not offer Park and Zoom services with repairs! We charge a storage fee of $58/day for vehicles left more than 48 hours after work has been completed.

A Note From Metro, With Love

We adore old cars! We also know we love keeping them running long past when the manufacturer intends they should. But here’s the truth every mechanic knows, and we want you to know it too: Nothing gets younger, and everything’s connected. Sometimes, in the process of fixing the thing we came to fix, a neighboring part that’s been quietly hanging on for years decides it has had enough. That’s not a mistake on our end. That is what happens when metal, rubber, and time spend decades together.

Our workmanship is always our responsibility, no question. We stand behind our work. But your car’s age and its own history of wear is between you and the vehicle. We are here to help you two keep the relationship going. We will always tell you what we find and what we recommend, and we’ll always treat your car with care, because we do. And like we said, we love keeping old cars on the road. It’s a primary value at METRO.

We’re in this together. Let’s keep her on the road.

A Note on Unclaimed Vehicles

We hold onto every car in our care like it’s our own, but our lot isn’t a storage unit. If a vehicle is left with us past an agreed pickup date without payment or communication, we’re required by Alaska law to treat it as abandoned, which can mean filing a lien and, eventually, selling the vehicle to recover our costs. We’ll always try to reach you first. We’d much rather hand you your keys than a certified letter.

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