Keeping the interior of your car, truck, or SUV clean and in good shape is an important part of making your vehicle last. Clark's Automotive, Inc in Manassas has some tips on keeping your car clean inside, and why keeping it clean matters.
Wheel bearings are an often overlooked, but incredibly important component on your diesel truck; and when one begins to fail, other problems begin to arise. Clark's Automotive, Inc in Manassas has the information you need to recognize a problem before it turns into a bigger one. Here’s what to look out for:
If you’ve ever been in an emergency braking situation, you’re probably all too aware that the brakes are the most important safety system on your vehicle. And like many other systems in a vehicle, the brakes need regular upkeep to continue functioning properly. One way to preserve the integrity of the braking system is through brake bleeding, and while it may not be as well known as certain services like oil changes, it is a key maintenance item for a vehicle.
Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Clark's Automotive, Inc in Manassas has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?
At Clark's Automotive, Inc in Manassas, efficiency is a concept that interests us. While your fuel economy is largely dependent on what kind of car, truck, or SUV you drive, there are a variety of tips and tricks to get the most bang for your buck. We’ve provided a few of our favorites here.
At Clark's Automotive, Inc in Manassas, were huge fans of seatbelts. They dramatically reduce the chances of being injured in an automobile accident, and in many cases, they are the difference between a fatal crash and walking away unharmed. But how long has the seat belt been around? When did wearing it become law?
Does your car, truck, or SUV shift at the wrong moment? Clark's Automotive, Inc in Manassas has the solution. Shift point issues can manifest themselves in two ways; either your car will rapidly shift through several or all the gears at low speed, low rpm, getting to the highest gear before you’ve gained enough momentum, or shifts will be delayed, the transmission refusing to shift until far into the RPM range.
Your brakes have a lot to do with how your car drives. Brakes are a frequently neglected item on a lot of people’s checklist, and many drivers on the road have subpar brakes and don’t even know it. A car that brakes well and brakes correctly are just as important as acceleration, handling, or any other aspect of a vehicle’s drivability. A car with brake issues has the potential to be a far more enjoyable ride when fixed.
