Tag: cars
The repair shop at Ravensworth Shell has closed
Demolition is expected to start in about two weeks on a project at the Ravensworth Shell service station to convert the auto repair shop to a convenience store. The auto repair business closed on Feb. 22. The project, at 8011 Braddock Road at the Ravensworth Shopping Center, was approved by the Board of Supervisors in … Continued
AutoZone opens in Annandale
AutoZone is now open next to Pep Boys at 7121 Little River Turnpike in Annandale. It’s located in the space formerly occupied by Pep Boys’ auto supply store but is completely separate. The store sells everything for cars, from motor oil to wiper blades, from batteries to air fresheners. It’s a little bigger than the … Continued
Chevy dealership opens in Lincolnia
The Malloy Automotive Group opened a Chevrolet dealership April 1 in Lincolnia next to Malloy Ford Alexandria. The Malloy Chevrolet sales office is located in a small building formerly used for used-car sales at 6508 Little River Turnpike. “We will be building a new state-of-the-art facility at our location,” says Evelyn Akers Baltimore, chief operating … Continued
Bill to curb car exhaust noise vetoed
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation passed by the General Assembly that would have made it easier for the police to enforce the ban on noisy vehicles. House Bill 2550, sponsored by Del. Rip Sullivan (D-6th District), would have given Fairfax County a tool to crack down on illegal, modified exhausts that create significant noise … Continued
AutoZone to open inside Pep Boys
Pep Boys is bringing back a retail store, but this time it’s going to be operated by AutoZone. Pep Boys, located at 7121 Little River Turnpike, closed its auto supply shop about four years ago and since then has focused on vehicle repairs and tire sales. The retail space is being totally remodeled to accommodate … Continued
Free car washes for veterans
Mr Wash is offering free car washes to veterans, active duty military, and military spouses today, Nov. 9, through Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11.
Mustang raffle supports Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club projects
The Rotary Club of Bailey’s Crossroads is raffling off a classic Mustang convertible to raise funds for its charitable projects.
Mr Wash offers free carwashes on Aug. 15
Mr Wash Car Wash is offering a back-to-school promotion – free carwashes for all customers on Thursday, Aug. 15.
Funding available for EV charging stations
Community and homeowner associations can apply for technical assistance and partial reimbursement for installing electrical charging stations for residents. The application period for the Charge Up Fairfax Program opens on May 1. Communities accepted into the program will receive a site visit and a free assessment from an engineering firm. If the community association decides … Continued
New DMV center to open this month
A new Department of Motor Vehicles Service Center is scheduled to open Jan. 22 at 9855 Braddock Road in Fairfax. It will replace the much smaller one in Fair Oaks Mall, which is closing on Jan. 11. The new DMV center will have 20 service windows, a new countertop design to improve customer flow, and … Continued
HOAs can apply for funds to install EV charging stations
Fairfax County is launching a pilot program to help homeowner and condominium associations install electric vehicle charging stations. HOAs that are accepted into the Charge Up Fairfax program will receive a site visit and assessment from an engineering firm, paid for by the county. If the HOA decides to proceed with the project, it would … Continued
Mr Wash offers free car washes to educators
School employees can start off the school year with a clean vehicle, thanks to a special offer from Mr Wash. “Mr Wash Car Wash is celebrating Back To School month with Free Express Signature+ Extra Shine Car Washes for all teachers, school staff, and administrators through Aug. 31,” the company announced on Instagram. That includes … Continued
KORUS Festival to feature a raffle for a brand-new Hyundai Elantra
One lucky winner at the KORUS Festival will come away with a brand-new Hyundai Elantra courtesy of Safford Brown Hyundai. The raffle is a key feature of the festival on Oct. 13-15 at the K Market parking lot, 4239 John Marr Drive in Annandale. The event highlights Korean-American culture and features, K-Pop, a talent contest, dance, international … Continued
Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club sells raffle tickets for a 1966 Mustang
One lucky raffle ticket holder will win a classic 1966 convertible Ford Mustang. The raffle is sponsored by the Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club to support its charitable work. Raffle tickets are $25 apiece or five for $100. Purchase tickets here. You can also access a printable order form here. The drawing will be held on Oct. … Continued
Gas station plans to replace repair shop with a convenience store
The Fairfax County Planning Commission is scheduled to consider an application Sept. 14 to transform the vehicle repair facility at the Ravensworth Shell gas station into a convenience store. The Shell station is located at the Ravensworth Shopping Center on the corner of Braddock Road and Port Royal Road in Annandale. The applicant, Capital Services … Continued