Potholes: What happens to your car’s suspension and 4 ways to protect it

Potholes and road defects in Kalamata and Messinia are a daily challenge for drivers. The car’s suspension is a key part that is directly affected and can suffer serious damage from them. It is one of the most basic systems of the vehicle, with a direct impact on stability, safety and comfort while driving. In […]
Are you buying used car in Messinia? Don’t pay even 1€ before we do this 10-point check

Nowadays, more and more drivers in Messinia are purchasing a used car, looking for a practical and economical solution. The particularly high prices in the new vehicle market, the immediate availability and the wide variety of choices, make used vehicles very attractive. However, our experience at Sokratis Samios Auto Service from daily contact with car […]
Passing your vehicle inspection? The 3 things that cause most cars to fail

The year is coming to an end, and these days many drivers have scheduled the mandatory vehicle inspection (KTEO) for their cars. Especially during the holiday season, when travel increases, the chance of encountering an unpleasant surprise during the inspection is something no driver wants to face. KTEO is by no means a process to […]
Strut or shock absorber? How to understand why your car “bounces” on Kalamata’s potholes

Driving through the streets of Kalamata can be very enjoyable. However, it’s a fact that in many areas the roads are not in perfect condition. Potholes and rough roads are a daily challenge for our vehicles, their struts and their shock absorbers. One of the most common problems reported by our customers at Sokratis Samios […]
Are you done with the olive harvest? The 3 points on your 4×4 that you need to check today!

Kalamata and Messinia in general are currently in the midst of olive harvesting. A particularly intense period for farmers, but also for owners and drivers of 4×4 vehicles. Olive trees spread throughout the prefecture of Messinia, from the mountainous villages of Taygetos to the more flat olive groves around Kalamata. The routes to the fields […]
Winter & cold: Why won’t the car start?

Winter, bad weather conditions and low temperatures have slowly begun to make their appearance in Kalamata. As is logical, the cold also affects the operation of our car, resulting in difficulty starting it, especially in the morning hours. Surely, all drivers have found themselves in this situation at some point. It is important to know […]
7 signs that your car’s brakes need checking immediately

Car’s brakes are perhaps the most important part, as they are directly related to the safety of the driver and passengers. It is therefore easy to see that they must always function optimally and we cannot under any circumstances neglect their condition. Every time we press the brake pedal, they are subjected to pressure and […]
The 5 most common car issues and how to avoid them

Many drivers believe that proper car care is only a matter of comfort or appearance. However, this is of course not the case. Inspection and repairs of car issues is a matter of safety, reliability and economy. A properly maintained vehicle avoids many unexpected damages, has a longer lifespan and the repair costs in case […]
Autumn car service: What you should check before the rains start in Kalamata

The temperatures in Kalamata may still be quite high, but Autumn has begun and like every year, it is expected to bring a drop in temperature, rain and slippery roads. Thus, all drivers should ensure the proper preparation and autumn car service. A vehicle that has been properly cared for and maintained by a specialized […]
Auto repair shop in Kalamata: How to choose the right one?

A question that worries many drivers in the area, and it is logical, is that of choosing the right auto repair shop in Kalamata. Specifically, in our city, there is a multitude of auto repair shops that can serve the public, making this decision quite difficult. Quality services, technical reliability and transparency are just some […]