In the heart of Sleepy Hollow, NY, where the roads wind through picturesque landscapes and the seasons bring their own set of challenges, keeping your car in top condition is vital. Whether it’s battling through winter’s icy grip or cruising through summer’s heat, Mickey’s Automotive services are your go-to solution for maintaining your vehicle’s pristine…

A person pumping fuel into their vehicle

When you step on the gas pedal, you expect your car to respond smoothly, delivering the power you need for acceleration and efficiency. What makes that possible is your vehicle’s fuel injection system, a critical component that controls how fuel enters your engine. Modern fuel injection has replaced carburetors in most cars, offering better performance,…

Car's cooling system

Your car’s cooling system is a complex network of hoses, a radiator, a water pump, and a thermostat working together to prevent your engine from overheating. When this system fails—even just a minor leak—it can quickly snowball into catastrophic engine damage. The good news? You don’t need to be a mechanic to spot the warning…

Mechnic checking vehicle diagnostics

When summer rolls into Sleepy Hollow and the temperatures start pushing past the 80s and 90s, there’s nothing worse than seeing that dreaded temperature gauge creep into the red while you’re stuck in traffic on Route 9. An overheating car can ruin your day fast—and if you ignore it long enough, it can do real…

Every car owner has been there. You’re driving along and everything feels fine until it doesn’t. Maybe your engine light flicks on, your brakes start squeaking, or a strange vibration kicks in when you hit the highway. Suddenly, what started as a minor issue has become a major, wallet-draining repair. The truth is, most of…