Automotive News & Information - Kevin's Auto Repair

Once your engine is installed, you’ll want to keep it running right. Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL has you covered. Sometimes, engines just wear out - however, most of the time they meet an early demise as a result of improper maintenance. Keep your engine running like new by maintaining it the way your technician recommends.

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U-joints are a small, simple component - in fact, they have changed much since the very first automobiles. However, on any vehicle with a driveshaft, its ability to move depends entirely on the u-joint being there. You’ll often hear “maybe it’s the u-joints” as a solution offered for problems with a vehicle - but what are they, what do they do, and how do you know if yours is bad? Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL has the answers.

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. But how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL has the answers you need to become more in-tune with your diesel truck and engine.

Is your engine on the way out? If it’s already kicked the bucket, then case closed - however, there are a number of other indicators that your engine is about to go, even if it’s still running at the moment. From Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL, here are some signs of trouble that predict an imminent engine failure is in the cards for your car, truck, or SUV.

Your tires are obviously important. However, it’s often underappreciated how much of a difference they make in the ride quality of your car, truck, or SUV, and what they can tell you about the condition of your vehicle. At Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL, we like to keep you well informed on what your vehicle is telling you, and how to keep it in good shape. Your tires have a lot to do with that.

So, you’ve determined your transmission is bad. What next? Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL is here to help.

There are a few things to consider when your transmission goes out. You might feel inclined to just get a new car...but should you? Here are some factors to think about.

mechanic working on auto electrical system

Every year, vehicle electrical systems get a little more complicated. These days, many cars on the road contain up to a mile of wiring, running throughout every corner of the vehicle. With all those wires, there’s bound to be an issue at some point; Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, AL is here to help you recognize a potential electrical issue, and know what to do about it.