Automotive News & Information - Kevin's Auto Repair

If you drive performance or luxury vehicle (Subaru, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Land Rover, etc.) you’re aware that you have a complex and precision-engineered machine. When things start to go wrong, sometimes they go wrong in a hurry. Here are some things to watch out for, from Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL.

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Like anything else on your vehicle, keeping various systems clean and in good shape is essential to long life and reliability. Your fuel system is especially important - parts are expensive, problems can be difficult to diagnose, and it doesn’t take much contamination to cause a huge issue. It’s much easier to keep your fuel system clean than it is to clean a dirty or problematic system. Performing regular fuel treatment can prove very beneficial to the life of your vehicle.

Do you have a performance car, truck, or SUV that you’re looking to upgrade? A stall converter might be your next step; from Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL, here’s what you need to know.

You may have heard the term CV axle before in reference to your car but aren’t entirely sure what it means. Here’s your answer, from Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL, as well as a guide to determining if yours need replacement.

Whatever type of truck you run in your fleet, they all have a driveshaft that connects the transmission to the differential, transferring power to the wheels. At Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL, we specialize in diesel truck and fleet vehicle maintenance and repair, including precision driveshaft care.

If your transmission isn’t shifting correctly, you’ll want to be careful about how you choose to proceed. The best thing to do is turn the vehicle off and have a professional take a look at it, but if that isn’t an option, there are some steps you can take to ensure nothing gets damaged. At Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL we can take a look at your issues and also give you some tips on what to do when that option isn't available yet.

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Nobody wants to put an engine or transmission in their car. However, when that time comes, it’s important to make an informed decision - here are some things to consider when installing a used engine or transmission, from Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL.

Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the truck still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.