Automotive News & Information - Kevin's Auto Repair

Losing a belt on the road can turn a small problem into a big one instantly. At Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, we know efficient and cost-effective operation begins with preventative maintenance.

Foggy headlights are a problem that has arisen in the past couple of decades, as we have moved away from glass sealed beam bulbs and into an era of plastic lenses with bulbs inside. While modern headlights are superior to the sealed beam headlights of years ago, they do tend to fog up after years of use. It’s a good trade for far better illumination and easier replacement, but an issue nonetheless. Hours and hours of heat, sunlight, and age eventually cause them to cloud up, which can reduce visibility at night in addition to worsening the appearance of your car, truck, or SUV. From Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL, here are some tips on taking care of your foggy or cloudy headlight issue.

While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.

Routine services are routine for a good reason. Schedule them with us here so we can be sure that your vehicle stays in the best shape. Here’s a look into what happens when routine services aren’t performed, from Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL.

Here at Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL when your vehicle has a problem we know you want answers, and when it comes to information on pistons or engine building, most of our drivers know little about it. However, there’s some practical information regarding modern engine design that helps you better care for your vehicle, and keep it going strong. Here are some important aspects of modern piston design, and what it means for you that we felt might come in handy.

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. Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville has the information you need to recognize a problem before it turns into a bigger one. Here’s what to look out for:

It’s no secret, commercial truck tires are expensive. The good news is, if one of your tires is experiencing issues, Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville has you covered. We want to make sure your fleet stays fully operational and you on the road! Here are some things to keep your eye on when it comes to your tires and tips to keep your tires lasting.

The transmission in your truck works harder than any other on the road. A fully loaded semi weighs about 40 times as much as a normal passenger vehicle, and racks up twice the mileage. As such, it’s essential to keep your transmission in good shape and regularly maintenanced. Fortunately, Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville has you covered.