Baker Auto

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Baker Auto proudly serves the Pontiac community. We offer full service auto repair and maintenance.

We offer many services including: Preventative Maintenance, Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Drive Line, Axle Shafts, Oil Change Service, Tire Balancing, and Wheel Straightening is also available. We use Napa Auto Parts, Valvoline Oil Products, and Cooper Tires.

08/04/2026

Every drive ends the same way.

Whether you're dropping the kids off at school, heading to work, or squeezing in one last summer road trip, every drive eventually comes to a stop.

That's why August is Brake Safety Awareness Month. Your brakes are one of the hardest-working safety systems on your vehicle, and taking a few minutes to have them inspected can make all the difference.

Schedule your appointment today and make sure your vehicle is ready for wherever the road takes you—and safely back home.

07/31/2026

🚗⚡ Braking usually means you're losing energy...unless you're driving a hybrid or EV.

Those vehicles use regenerative braking, which captures energy every time you slow down and converts it into electricity to help recharge the battery.

So every stoplight, stop sign, or downhill coast gives the battery a little boost. Technology has come a long way!

Photos from Baker Auto's post 07/25/2026

When we inspect your vehicle, we don’t just look.

We document.

Photos. Notes. Measurements.

Not because something is wrong — but because clarity matters.

Documentation protects you.

It shows what we see, when we see it, and how it changes over time.

It turns opinions into evidence.

And recommendations into informed decisions.

You should never have to guess why a service is suggested.

07/23/2026

Added weight increases the force your brakes have to manage.

When a vehicle is loaded with passengers, gear, or equipment, it requires more distance to come to a complete stop — even at the same speed.

More load means more braking demand.

Before road trips or heavy hauling, it’s worth accounting for that added stress.

07/20/2026

Freedom isn’t just about where you can go—it’s about knowing you can get there with confidence.

Confidence comes from knowing your brakes will stop when you need them to, your tires are ready for the miles ahead, and your vehicle is prepared for whatever the rest of summer has in store.

Whether your vehicle is due for routine maintenance or needs a little extra attention, these July offers can help.

07/17/2026

🐶 Imagine taking a family road trip...only to lose your dog hundreds of miles from home.

In 1923, Bobbie, a two-year-old Scotch Collie/English Shepherd mix, became separated from his family during a stop in Indiana while they were traveling from Oregon. After searching for days, they reluctantly continued their trip, believing they'd never see him again. Then, 6 months later, Bobbie showed up on his family's doorstep!

He had traveled more than 2,500 miles on foot - crossing rivers, mountains, deserts, and enduring winter conditions to find his way home. As news spread, people from across the country wrote letters saying they had fed or cared for Bobbie along his journey, helping piece together his remarkable route.

Bobbie's incredible story became a national sensation, earning him medals, newspaper headlines, a silent film appearance, and even recognition in Ripley's Believe It or Not! Talk about a journey worth celebrating!

07/09/2026

Auto repair can sound technical fast.

But understanding what’s happening with your car shouldn’t require a glossary.

Our job isn’t to impress you with terminology — it’s to explain what’s going on in a way that makes sense.

When you understand the issue, the decision feels different.

Photos from Baker Auto's post 07/08/2026

As temperatures increase, air expands.

For every 10° change in temperature, tire pressure can shift by about 1 PSI. That means warmer weather alone can change how your tires perform.

Seasonal shifts are a good time to stop in and get a free tire pressure check (part of our Great 8 Free Services!)

07/07/2026

An oil change should never be just one line item.

While your vehicle is in the bay, we’re looking at the systems around it — because small issues don’t stay small for long.

Thoroughness isn’t an add-on.
It’s part of our standard.

07/03/2026

Meet “The Blue Flame” - a rocket-powered car that made history in 1970 by becoming the fastest land vehicle in the world!

Stretching nearly 38 feet long and producing the equivalent of about 58,000 horsepower, The Blue Flame blasted across Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats at an incredible 630.388 mph.

🎆 With Fourth of July right around the corner, we couldn't think of a better reminder that sometimes the biggest fireworks aren't in the sky, they're on four wheels.

Would you take a ride in it... or just watch from a safe distance? 😅

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190 W Walton Boulevard
Pontiac, MI
48340

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm