Keating Automotive
2619 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518 203.288.0111

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Airbags in Hamden

After they’ve had an accident, some people wonder why their airbags didn’t go off.  Movies and television lead us to believe that airbags go off with the slightest bump.  The rea...
Published on: Oct 02, 2023

What Hamden Drivers Should Do After a Car Accident

Getting into a car accident can ruin a lot more than just your day. So, consider these tips to make sure the damages aren't worse than you originally think: 1. Make sure everyone is ok, and call 911 ...
Published on: Jan 01, 2022

The Keating Automotive Guide to Safe Towing for Hamden Drivers

Let's talk about towing safety in Hamden. Too often Hamden drivers just slap a trailer on the hitch and take off. But there are safety considerations to protect your tow vehicle, comply with CT laws a...
Published on: Aug 02, 2021

Has Mat? Hazmat

In the sloppy weather months, many drivers rely on protective mats to keep moisture, grime, ice, and snow from making a mess of a vehicle's interior. But if your vehicle has a mat it could become a ha...
Published on: Jun 07, 2020

Driving on Technology

Think of how much technology has changed vehicles in the last several years. And there's a lot more coming. Many will remember when drivers were the ones who had complete control of several driving f...
Published on: Aug 18, 2019

Safe Driving in CT: Eliminating Food Distractions

So, what’s most distracting food in the car?   Is it: A Hamburger? Coffee A Soft Drink Twizzlers Well, all but the licorice makes the top ten, but coffee’s the number o...
Published on: Dec 18, 2017

Auto Repair Ethics In

We're going to be talking about the ethics of automotive repair in Hamden. Unfortunately, every profession has some bad actors that hurt the reputation of everyone else. It's no different in the Hamde...
Published on: Sep 18, 2013

ICE - In Case of Emergency

Sometimes the unthinkable happens here in Hamden. There's a terrible accident, and those involved aren't able to provide our local Hamden rescuers with emergency contact information. There are people ...
Published on: Sep 04, 2013