Parmer's Automotive
305 4th St Hugo, CO 80821 | 719.743.2180

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Simple Answers from Parmer's Automotive: Cabin Air Filter

Question My car has a bad odor when I run the heater or air conditioner.  My friend said I might need a new cabin air filter – what’s that? Answer A cabin air filter is a special f...
Published on: Feb 08, 2026

Get Fresh Air Inside Your Car

CO air quality affects Hugo drivers wherever we are. Many decades ago, people began to become aware of how air pollution negatively affects health. But what about the air inside your vehicle? Ca...
Published on: Jan 25, 2026

Getting the Right Wheels and Tires in Hugo

A lot of Hugo want custom wheels. When you do this yourself (over the internet . . .) you could run into trouble if you're not careful. Sometimes they just don't fit right: The tires rub in turns or o...
Published on: Jan 18, 2026

Simple Answers from Parmer's Automotive: Alignment

{{ image('MzQ3') }} Question:How do I know when I need a wheel alignment? Parmer's Automotive Answer:When Hugo drivers' wheels are properly aligned they all point in the same direction. When they ar...
Published on: Dec 14, 2025

Timing Belt

Let's address a very important maintenance item for everyone in Hugo CO – timing belt replacement. It's important because letting this one slide can lead to very expensive engine damage.Your tim...
Published on: Dec 07, 2025

The 3 Vehicle Service Items You Shouldn't Put Off

When it comes to vehicle service, a lot of people procrastinate.  The reasons? Don't want to spend the money, don't have time to get it done, it's not urgent.  Sound familiar? Here are the t...
Published on: Oct 12, 2025

Parmer's Automotive Fuel Saving Tip: Tire Pressure

Under-inflated tires waste gas.  Think how hard it is to walk in sand – you must work harder because of the resistance.  When your tires don’t have enough air in them, their roll...
Published on: Sep 07, 2025

Parmer's Automotive Tech Question On Tire Wear

{{ image('MzM0') }} Parmer's Automotive Tech Question:My name is Dan. My vehicle tires wore out early and I had to replace them. What can I do to make my tires last longer?Parmer's Automotive Answer:...
Published on: Aug 24, 2025