West of Canon City, US 50 climbs toward the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park and continues through Parkdale and up the Arkansas River canyon. Homes, ranches, cabins and campgrounds in this stretch can be a long way from the nearest repair shop. Under the Bus Auto provides mobile auto repair and maintenance throughout the Royal Gorge area, from the county roads off US 50 to properties around Parkdale.
Repairs Where the Vehicle Stopped
When a vehicle breaks down west of town, the usual choice is an expensive tow back to Canon City. A mobile mechanic gives you another option. We diagnose the problem on site and, for a large share of common failures, complete the repair right there. Typical roadside and driveway repairs include:
- Dead batteries, failed alternators and starters.
- Broken serpentine belts, leaking radiator hoses and failed thermostats.
- Brake pads, rotors and calipers, especially after long downhill grades. See mobile brake repair.
- Check engine lights, sensors and drivability problems.
- Fluid leaks, oil service and filter replacement. See mobile oil change.
Mountain Grades Are Hard on Brakes and Cooling Systems
The climb west from Canon City and the descent back into town put real load on a vehicle. Climbing heats the engine and transmission, and descending heats the brakes. Vehicles that tow trailers or carry heavy loads feel it most. We pay close attention to brake condition, brake fluid, coolant strength and transmission fluid on vehicles that make this drive regularly.
Residents, Property Owners and Visitors
We serve year-round residents, ranch and cabin owners, and visitors who run into trouble while in the area. If you are visiting the Royal Gorge and your vehicle develops a problem, call us with your location and a description of the symptoms, and we will tell you honestly whether it is something we can repair on site.
Winter Driving West of Canon City
Elevation rises quickly west of town, and winter conditions can change between Canon City and the canyon. Strong batteries, good tires, fresh wiper blades, proper antifreeze protection and working heat and defrost matter more here than in town. Our winter vehicle maintenance service covers each of these.
The Royal Gorge and Parkdale area is inside Fremont County, so there is no mileage charge.
Schedule a Mobile Mechanic in the Royal Gorge Area
Call (719) 964-0522 or send us a message to book service. We work Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Tell us the year, make and model, what the vehicle is doing, and where it is parked, and we will confirm what we can handle on site.
Other Communities We Serve Near the Royal Gorge area
Under the Bus Auto is based in Canon City and covers Fremont County and the surrounding area. Nearby service areas include Canon City, Florence, Penrose, Lincoln Park, Brookside, Williamsburg, Rockvale, Coal Creek, Wetmore. See the full list on our service areas page.