Winner Auto Center

05/22/2026

Winner Auto Center will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25th as we take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday, and we look forward to serving you when we reopen on Tuesday.

05/19/2026

Tech Tip Tuesday

If you live near the coast or drive in wet conditions often, rust can become a serious problem underneath your vehicle. This week we found heavily corroded fuel lines and a rusted frame rail during an inspection.

Fuel lines carry pressurized fuel from the tank to the engine. When corrosion eats through the metal, even a small pinhole can create a dangerous fuel leak, poor engine performance, hard starting, or fuel odors. In severe cases, rusted frame rails can also weaken the structural integrity of the vehicle and create safety concerns during an accident.

Undercarriage inspections are especially important for vehicles exposed to salt air, road salt, or long periods of sitting. Catching corrosion early can help prevent expensive repairs and unsafe driving conditions.

Need your vehicle checked out? Schedule an appointment online at https://winnerautocenter.com, call us at 321-632-3175, or book directly through Google.

05/19/2026

Come join us Winner Auto Center on Saturday, May 30 for a FREE car show, donation and pet adoption drive for the Brevard Humane Society, and tasty food with Big Don's BBQ! Support local!

Winner Auto Center is excited to host a FREE car show on Saturday, May 30th from 10 am-2 pm at our location in Cocoa, FL. We will have Big Don's BBQ in the house and hosting a donation and adoption drive for the Brevard Humane Society! Bring donations to be entered in a chance drawing to win a free oil change, meet some adoptable pups, and support local!

05/12/2026

Tech Tip Tuesday 🔧

If you ever notice a sweet smell inside your car, foggy windows that will not clear up, or damp carpet on the passenger or driver side floorboard, your evaporator core could be leaking.

This vehicle came in with an A/C concern and after adding UV dye to the system, we found the evaporator leaking inside the dash. Under UV light, the dye becomes visible and helps pinpoint refrigerant leaks that are otherwise almost impossible to see. In this case, the dye had made its way into the floor pan area under the carpet.

Your evaporator core is responsible for absorbing heat from the cabin air. When it leaks, refrigerant escapes and the A/C system can no longer cool properly. Over time, low refrigerant can also affect compressor performance and lead to more expensive repairs.

If your A/C is not keeping up, has a strange odor, or you notice unexplained moisture inside the vehicle, it is a good idea to have it inspected before the problem gets worse.

Need your A/C checked out before the Florida heat kicks in? Schedule an appointment at https://winnerautocenter.com, call 321-632-3175, or book directly through Google.

05/11/2026

Winner Auto Center is excited to host a FREE car show on Saturday, May 30th from 10 am-2 pm at our location in Cocoa, FL. We will have Big Don's BBQ in the house and hosting a donation and adoption drive for the Brevard Humane Society! Bring donations to be entered in a chance drawing to win a free oil change, meet some adoptable pups, and support local!

05/07/2026

Big Don's BBQ is here today!

05/05/2026

Tech Tip Tuesday

That bright green glow you see is not something you want under your dash. This is an evaporator drain showing fluorescent dye under a UV light, which tells us the AC system has a leak inside the evaporator core.

The evaporator is buried in the HVAC case behind the dash, and when it leaks, refrigerant oil and dye will travel out through the drain tube. That is often the only visible sign without tearing anything apart. If left unchecked, low refrigerant can lead to poor cooling, compressor damage, and moisture issues inside the vehicle.

Catching leaks early helps prevent bigger repairs and keeps your AC system operating efficiently, especially heading into the hotter months.

If your AC is not keeping up or you notice a musty smell or reduced airflow, it is worth having it checked.

Book an appointment at winnerautocenter.com, call us at 321-632-3175, or schedule directly through Google.

04/30/2026

Want a chance to win a free oil change? Bring donations for the to in Cocoa during the month of May to be entered in our chance drawing!

The Brevard Humane Society is in need of the items below, but most urgently needs cat and kitten supply donations this time of year.

We can't wait to see how much we can donate together!

04/28/2026

Tech Tip Tuesday

This one is a good example of what a small coolant leak can turn into over time. What you are seeing here is buildup left behind from coolant seeping past the threads of a sensor. As the coolant evaporates, it leaves behind deposits that can look crusty or chalky, usually white or light green depending on the type of coolant.

It might not drip enough to hit the ground, but it will slowly lower coolant level and can eventually introduce air into the system.

Low coolant or air pockets can lead to overheating, poor heater performance, and inaccurate sensor readings. In cases like this, the fix is usually removing the sensor, cleaning the threads, and reinstalling it with the proper seal or replacing it if needed.

If you notice a sweet smell, see residue like this under the hood, or your coolant level keeps dropping, it is worth getting it checked before it turns into a bigger issue.

You can book an appointment at winnerautocenter.com, call us at 321-632-3175, or schedule directly through Google.

04/21/2026

Big Don's BBQ will be back at Winner Auto Center this week!