Broadmoor is one of Shreveport's established neighborhoods, with tree-lined streets, long-time homeowners and plenty of daily driving to work, school and errands. When your vehicle needs attention, Red River Auto Care is a short drive across the Red River at 1616 Jimmie Davis Hwy in Bossier City. We work on brakes, cooling systems, suspension, electrical problems, AC and the routine maintenance that keeps a daily driver dependable.
Why Broadmoor Drivers Cross the River
There's no shortage of repair options in Shreveport, so what matters is how you're treated once you hand over your keys. We keep it simple. We find the problem, explain it in plain language, and give you your options before any work begins. If something can wait, we'll tell you. If it can't, we'll tell you why.
- No appointment needed. Drop off your vehicle Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Free check engine code scans, with an honest explanation of what the code means and what it doesn't.
- Lifetime warranty on parts and 2 years on labor on our repairs.
- 24/7 towing at (318) 470-7807, or request a tow online at towme.info.
Common Repairs for Neighborhood Driving
Neighborhood driving is mostly short trips with lots of stops, turns and idling at lights. That pattern is hard on certain parts. Brakes wear faster with frequent stops. Short trips don't let the engine fully warm up, which makes regular oil changes more important. Older streets can be tough on suspension and alignment. And in a Louisiana summer, a weak AC system or tired cooling system shows up fast.
If you notice squealing when you brake, a pull to one side, a warning light, a sweet smell of coolant, or an AC that blows warm, those are good reasons to stop in before a small problem gets bigger.
Check Engine Light On?
Bring it by for a free check engine code scan. A code scan reads what your vehicle's computer has stored and points us in the right direction. Sometimes that's enough to know the fix; sometimes it takes further testing to find the real cause. Either way, we'll explain what we found and what comes next before anything is done.
Stuck Somewhere in Broadmoor?
If your vehicle won't start or isn't safe to drive, call our 24/7 towing line at (318) 470-7807 or request a tow online at towme.info. We can bring it straight to our shop on Jimmie Davis Hwy so our technicians can take a look. Learn more on our towing page.
Planning Your Visit
Call ahead at (318) 584-6703 to tell us what's going on, or just drop off your vehicle during business hours. Note when the problem happens (cold starts, highway speeds, braking, turning) and bring any recent repair paperwork. Those details help our technicians track down the cause faster and keep your repair on schedule.
We also serve the rest of Shreveport, plus Bossier City, Benton and Haughton.
Keeping an Older Vehicle Going
Plenty of Broadmoor households keep a vehicle for years, sometimes passing it down to a new driver in the family. Older vehicles can stay dependable a long time with the right care, but rubber parts, cooling system components and suspension pieces wear with age even when mileage is modest. Belts and hoses crack, radiator hoses soften, and bushings dry out. Having those checked during routine visits helps you avoid surprise breakdowns.
When we inspect an older vehicle, we separate what needs attention now from what can wait, so you can budget for repairs over time instead of all at once. If a repair doesn't make sense for the vehicle, we'll tell you that honestly too. Our goal is to keep you driving safely and spending wisely.
Popular services: brake repair · oil changes · free check engine code scans · 24/7 towing
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Red River Auto Care from Broadmoor?
We're across the Red River at 1616 Jimmie Davis Hwy in Bossier City. For most Broadmoor drivers it's a short trip. Call (318) 584-6703 if you need directions.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Drop off your vehicle Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Do you offer free check engine scans?
Yes. Check engine code scans are free. We'll explain what the code means and whether more testing is needed to find the cause.
Can you tow my car from Broadmoor?
Yes. Our 24/7 towing covers Shreveport. Call (318) 470-7807 or request a tow online at towme.info.
What warranty do you offer?
Our repairs are backed by a lifetime warranty on parts and 2 years on labor.