Driving along the scenic curves of Route 11 near Lake Winnipesaukee requires your full attention on a busy summer afternoon. Your safety depends entirely on the four small patches of rubber where your vehicle meets the pavement. Tires are easy to forget about until there is a problem. You get in, start the car, drive…
The roar of engines is beginning to echo across Paugus Bay as June arrives in the Lakes Region. This season brings a unique energy to our corner of New Hampshire, but it also transforms the daily commute for every driver at Sanborn’s Auto Repair and throughout Laconia. Traffic on Court Street and Union Avenue will…
The sun is reflecting off Paugus Bay, and the familiar hum of traffic on Union Avenue is picking up as Memorial Day approaches. While everyone is planning their route to the mountains or the coast, a neglected engine is planning a breakdown that will leave you stranded on the side of I-93. This long weekend…
Mud Season hits different here in Laconia. One week you’re cruising past Opechee Park and the next you’re dodging craters on Court Street like it’s a slalom course, and Sanborn's Auto Repair sees the results in the shop bays every spring. The trouble is that frost heaves and potholes don’t just feel rough. They turn…
The World Championship Sled Dog Derby is rolling into Laconia February 21-23, 2026, and with it comes thousands of visitors from Gilford, Belmont, Tilton, Sanbornton, and beyond. Whether you’re planning to watch the races from the corner of Old North Main Street or you’re coming in from out of town to see the huskies fly,…
Holiday travel in New Hampshire is a different kind of season. Our roads fill with visiting family members, last minute shoppers, and drivers rushing between school concerts, work events, and winter errands. In Laconia, the end of the year also means colder temperatures, early darkness, and the type of unpredictable weather that keeps even lifelong…
Welcome to Sanborn’s Auto Repair: Laconia’s Trusted Local Shop If you’ve lived in or around Laconia, New Hampshire, you’ve probably heard of Sanborn’s Auto Repair — or maybe you’ve stopped by and been greeted by a friendly wag from LuckyBear, Smoky Bones, or Diamond in the Ruff. This family-owned shop has become a local staple,…
Maintaining your vehicle is one of the best ways to ensure it stays safe, reliable, and efficient, especially in a place like Laconia, New Hampshire, where the weather and driving conditions can be unpredictable. At Sanborn’s Auto Repair, we are often asked, “How often should I get my car serviced in Laconia?” The answer depends…
Fall in New Hampshire is unlike anywhere else. The winding roads around Lake Winnipesaukee, the vibrant foliage through the White Mountains, and the crisp air make it one of the best times of year for a road trip. But before you pack up the car and head out on Route 3 or the Kancamagus Highway,…
Summer in New Hampshire is a beautiful time — from cruising around Lake Winnipesaukee to heading up to the White Mountains, the warm weather calls for road trips, beach days, and plenty of miles on the odometer. But with that extra driving comes extra strain on your vehicle. At Sanborn’s Auto Repair here in Laconia,…
