Hey there! This week we are going to learn a little more about some of the team over here at Weber Automotive!
How Long Have You Been in the Automotive Industry?
Mary
Mary has been in the automotive industry for 5 years and in the service industry for 40 years!
James
Mary has been in the automotive industry for 16 years.
Jason
Jason has been in the auto industry since he was a teenager!
How Long Have You Been at Weber Automotive?
Mary
5 years
James
2 years
Jason
3 years
What do You Like Best About Working at Weber?
Mary
"I like my guys; it's what I always say. I'm the only woman in the company, but I love the family atmosphere that we have and the camaraderie that we have. We're always laughing and joking and having a really good time. I love coming to work every day."
James
"It's a small, tight-knit group of people that are really customer-focused and family-focused, both inside and outside of work. I like it."
Jason
"I like not just helping customers and helping people and help keep their cars on the road, but just the general camaraderie we have with each other."
How Does This Job Compare to Others You've Had in the Past?
Mary
"Our boss, Bryan Weber, is just fantastic. He treats his employees so well and really fosters a great culture here. Just a family atmosphere."
James
"It's fast-paced, but in a different way compared to say, like a corporate work environment."
Jason
"The camaraderie with each other. But not only that, just the overall sense of taking care of our customers and not just the number, they're just genuine people like family and friends to us."
What is One Customer that Really Stands Out to You?
Mary
"We had a customer who was traveling cross country, and when they got to Wisconsin, they broke down, and they called us because it turns out a part that we had recently replaced had gone bad." So being that we are a AAA approved auto care center and a NAPA Auto Care Center, we were able to intervene. We got that part replaced for them at absolutely no charge, got the tow taken care of for no charge, so it felt really good to be able to help them out."
Jason
We had a customer bring his motor home style van in with a vibration issue. He was a new customer who couldn't find an appointment anywhere for months. We were able to get him in and solve his issue, and he was so happy and grateful. It made us feel really great!
What Would You Say to Someone Considering Working at Weber?
Mary
"I would say definitely come check us out, get to know us, come say hi. We just have a great time. We really take care of our clients or our family, our extended family, and then I highly recommend it. So give us a call."
Jason
"Do it! I know that's the simple answer, but come in and check us out. You know, hang out for a little bit made us look around, look at the shop. You know, meet everybody here. I think you'll see you like what you find."
Work With Weber
If you are interested in learning more about working with Weber, contact us today! You can also apply here.
You grab your keys, head out the door, and your car is stone dead. Last week it was fine. This morning, nothing. Then, just to keep it interesting, it starts perfectly tomorrow. That is the classic electrical gremlin, and it is exactly the kind of mystery our team loves to solve at Weber Automotive.
What We Mean by Electrical Gremlins
Modern vehicles are rolling computers. When something electrical acts up, it can look like lights that flicker, warning lamps that come and go, accessories that work sometimes, or a battery going dead for no obvious reason. Intermittent issues are especially frustrating because they are hard to reproduce on command. You might only see the problem once a month, under who knows what conditions.
Why Intermittent Issues Are So Tricky
If a fault is constant, we can measure it immediately. When it shows up rarely, we have to be detectives. That is where our experience, process, and persistence matter. We gather every clue we can, even the ones that seem unrelated at first glance.
When did it happen?
What was the weather like?
Did it sit outside or in a garage?
Were any accessories left on?
Did anything unusual happen just before or after?
Those answers point us toward likely causes so we can reproduce the conditions and catch the fault in the act.
A Real Case We Solved
A customer came in with a battery that would mysteriously die about once a month. The battery tested great. Charging system was fine. So we started with questions. One detai
Picture this. Your car is stuck in a dealership lot for weeks, all because one part is backordered. Meanwhile, you still need to get to work, get the kids to practice, and keep life moving. We see it every day, and we built our approach to parts sourcing so you do not have to wait.
At Weber Automotive, our job is to fix your car right, fix it fast, and stand behind the work. Parts availability has changed since the COVID-19 era, and delays are still common. The advantage of choosing us over a single-source dealership is simple. We are free to find the right part from the right place, which means more options, faster turnaround, and a stronger warranty.
Why Parts Availability Is Still a Challenge
Supply chains never fully returned to the old normal. Certain components can be tough to find through a single channel, which is why dealership lots often fill with vehicles waiting for weeks or even months. When you only have one source, you wait. When you can go anywhere, you move.
How We Source Parts To Keep You Moving
We are not limited to one shelf in one building. We tap into multiple channels to get you back on the road quickly and confidently.
Dealer sourcing when it is the best solution
Original equipment parts from non-dealer distributors that stock factory components
High quality aftermarket parts from trusted warehouses
Used parts in rare cases when nothing else is available or practical
This flexibility lets us solve availability problems and tailor each repair
You are crawling through Cleveland traffic on a July afternoon. The sun hits your windshield, the cabin heats up, and just when you need relief most, your AC turns lukewarm at the red light. Then it cools again once you are moving. Frustrating and all too common.
Here is the good news. We diagnose and fix this exact problem every summer at Weber Automotive. I am Bryan Weber, and our team has a simple way to explain what is happening and how to get your cool air back.
Why Cold Air Turns Warm at Idle
Your air conditioning relies on airflow through the condenser, which sits at the front of your vehicle. While you are moving, natural airflow cools the condenser and helps produce cold air. When you stop, the system depends on an electric cooling fan to keep that air moving.
If the fan does not run at idle:
Airflow across the condenser drops
Pressure in the AC system climbs
The vents start blowing warm air
In some cases, the engine temperature can also creep up
This is one of the biggest reasons AC feels cold while you are driving but warm at a stop.
A Quick DIY Check You Can Do Safely
If you are comfortable taking a quick look, try this:
Park safely, set the parking brake, and pop the hood.
Start the engine and turn the AC to max.
Use a flashlight to look toward the radiator area. Keep hands and tools clear of moving parts.
The electric cooling fan should start running with the AC on. You should see it spin, hear it, and feel airflow.
If the fan does not run and yo