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8155 ROSWELL ROAD
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30350

Mon-Fri: 7AM – 6PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

A Tribute to Roderick L. “Rod” McCullough
Founder of McCullough Auto Care & Tire

With heavy hearts, we announce that the McCullough Auto Care family has lost our father, founder, and mentor. Roderick “Rod” L. McCullough passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, at the age of 86. A man of integrity, quiet strength, and entrepreneurial spirit, Rod built a lasting legacy in both business and community, leaving behind a life marked by dedication, service, and love for his family.

Roderick moved to the Atlanta area from his native home in Anderson, South Carolina, in the 1960s, focused on starting his family business. He became a successful businessman during the 1970s, owning and operating several Shell service stations throughout the area. In 1969, he founded McCullough Auto Care in Sandy Springs, Georgia, with just $1,200 and a clear vision. Over the decades, Rod grew the business into a trusted name, known for its honest service and family-oriented values.

Rod found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved long bike rides, peaceful walks along his favorite beach, and cheering on his beloved Clemson Tigers. Above all, he was most proud of his family. He celebrated their accomplishments with pride and never missed an opportunity to remind others that “family is the most important thing in life.”

Rod’s legacy lives on through his children and grandchildren, many of whom have followed in his footsteps and contributed to the family business.  Through every customer served, every child mentored, and every value passed down, Rod McCullough’s legacy endures — a testament to a life well-lived and a family business built on trust, hard work, and heart.

When the Check Engine Light comes on in your vehicle, do you cringe in fear or just ignore it? Many people are not sure what to do, so let us try and take some of the mystery out of it.

First, if it is a flashing check engine light, something is wrong. You should get to your NAPA AutoCare Center right away. If you continue to drive at normal speeds, that could cause severe damage to many components and even your catalytic converter.

If the light comes on and has a steady glow over a day or two, schedule an appointment with your service advisor to have your vehicle checked.

Here’s some additional information on how the Check Engine Light works that may be helpful. The engine control computer is responsible for controlling most of the engine functions. This computer makes many adjustments for the current environment of the vehicle, the way you drive, all engine parameters and even atmospheric conditions.

The computer reads this data that is delivered by a network of sensors on your vehicle. If the parameters are considered to be “out of range” then the computer may turn on the Check Engine Light. If after running a number of pre-programmed “tests” and the computer can make necessary adjustments within proper boundaries set by the manufacturer, it may turn the light off.

If these adjustments do not correct the problem, then the light will stay on and you should get your vehicle to your NAPA AutoCare Center. Your technician will use a scanner to retrieve the proper code, as well as use the proper diagnostic tools and methods as a starting point to properly diagnose and repair your vehicle.

Remember that just using a scan tool to find a trouble code does not mean that the problem has been found. Finding the trouble code is only one of the small, first steps to determine what is actually wrong with your vehicle. Stay away from organizations that tell you that they can use only their scan tool to find the trouble code and sell you the parts you need to fix it. Most of the time, you’ll end up throwing money away by purchasing parts you don’t need.

Always take your vehicle to your local NAPA AutoCare Center for a proper diagnosis. Yes, there would be a diagnostic charge just like going to your Doctor to find out what is wrong before you can get the proper medication. In the long run, you’ll save money and your vehicle will be fixed correctly the first time.