I just wanted to show some of the things that we can work on now, compared to the old shop. This vehicle from Curran’s never would have fit in our old garage door. Now we are able to work on just about everything. I love my new shop.
Sep 062010
A big thanks goes out to our clients who donated a truck load of non-perishable food for Safe Passage. During the months of July and August we were giving away 10% off any work, for a donation for Safe Passage. 
The the mission of Safe Passage to reduce or prevent domestic violence and sexual assault in DeKalb County. We provide a wide range of services to victims of domestic and sexual violence including crisis intervention and medical advocacy for victims of domestic and sexual violence, short- and long-term housing for victims and their children, counseling, legal advocacy, children’s services, community education, a batterer’s intervention program, and a Latina outreach program.
Sep 022010
With kids back in school now, there’s no better time for your vehicle’s stopping power to be at its best. And a money-saving price break. Right now, enjoy “Great Breaks on Great Brakes” at Bockman’s Auto Care. Throughout September, get up to $50 back, via mail-in rebate, on the purchase of qualifying Premium, Ultra Premium or Specialty NAPA Brakes products. So be ready the next time a soccer ball rolls in the street in front of your vehicle … and Johnny runs after it. Get the confidence and performance that come with NAPA Brakes from Bockman’s. AND up to $50 back! Ask us for details. Offer good through September 30, 2010. Schedule your appointment for “Great Breaks on Great Brakes” today at 815-756-7413.
Sep 012010
Bockman’s Auto Care was named DeKalb County’s best in four categorizes by the readers of the Daily Chronicle. Those four categorizes are Auto Repair, Oil Change, Muffler Shop and Tire Shop. 
Aug 162010
Save money on your vehicle repair and help Safe Passage all at the same time. During the month of August, bring in non-perishable food items and receive a 10% discount on your vehicle repair. The the mission of Safe Passage to reduce or prevent domestic violence and sexual assault in DeKalb County. We provide a wide range of services to victims of domestic and sexual violence including crisis intervention and medical advocacy for victims of domestic and sexual violence, short- and long-term housing for victims and their children, counseling, legal advocacy, children’s services, community education, a batterer’s intervention program, and a Latina outreach program.
July’s Oil Change Charity of the Month – Growing Place’s ‘Summer Camp’. The Growing Place is an early childhood program that is certified as a Star Level Two under the Quality Counts: Quality Rating System (QRS) through the Illinois Department of Human Resources (IDHS) and the Illinois Network of Child Care Resources and Referral Agencies (INCCRRA). This holds us to a higher standard of excellence and we exceed DCFS licensing standards.
A not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization which has offered quality child care in the DeKalb community since 1973.
Also a member of the Community Coordinated Child Care
(4-C), the DeKalb United Way, and the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce.
This month the NAPA Autocares of DeKalb County brought in $706.00 for YMCA’s “Strong Kids Campaign”. Each month the NAPA autocare centers donates a portion from every oil change to a local charity.
The DeKalb County NAPA autocare’s gave a check, in the amount of $819.00, to the March of Dimes. By doing your regular maintenance on your vehicle (an oil change) we are able to give back to the community who give to us! Thanks to everyone who came in last month. This month’s charity is the YMCA’s “Strong Kid Campaign” and next month (June) will be the Ben Gordon Center.
I just had the opportunity to drop off a check, in the amount of $852.00 to the DeKalb County Hospice. During the month of March the local NAPA autocare centers donated $1 for every oil change performed. Pictured from left to right, Karen Hagen – Executive Director, Larry Sharp – City Auto Repair, Jon Bockman – Bockman’s Auto Care, Tim King – DeKalb County Auto Parts.
May 112010
Your vehicle has many essential components that keep it running – but none more important than its timing belt and water pump. Have yours replaced and save up to $40 instantly when you have both installed. Or save $20 instantly if just the timing belt is needed.