Automotive Industry News & Information - Kevin's Auto Repair

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.

Do you drive a 4X4 truck or SUV? At Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, our technicians know exactly what your four-wheel drive vehicle needs, to stay reliable both on and off the road.

At Kevin's Auto Repair in Huntsville, we understand all too well the importance of changing your oil regularly. Three to five thousand miles sounds like a lot, but it doesn’t really take that long to rack them up. The busier you are, the more you probably drive, and the more likely you are to forget it’s time to change your oil. Here are some reasons to pay attention to your oil changes, and help you better understand why oil changes are so important.