Stress while driving is commonplace no matter where or when you’re driving. It’s very easy to become angry due to other drivers and even yourself, but it’s just as easy to avoid road rage and the stress altogether.
As your vehicle ages, it not only gains sentimental value but a number of maintenance measures arise as well. Trucks from previous decades have the potential to keep their value and functionality for many years. Here are some tips from Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto to keep your older truck running for a prolonged time.
Coolant flushes are an important maintenance procedure, necessary for keeping your truck reliably on the road. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, we know that coolant flushes are a key aspect of preventative maintenance that goes a long way.
Road trips are a lot of fun, and often unpredictable. For all the miles you will be driving we always recommend preparing for any situation. With this checklist from Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, you’ll be prepared for whatever comes your way.
Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?
Turbochargers are intricate and precise components, but not all that complicated or difficult to understand. By knowing the parts of your car’s turbocharger and its functions, you’ll have a much better idea of how one works and here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we feel it is important that our area drivers know more about their vehicles! Starting with your turbocharger, we which is powered by pressure from the exhaust.
Do you hear a funny clicking sound when you turn the wheels of your vehicle? It could be your car or truck's CV or Drive Axle, and it may be in need of repair. Safety is the number one priority for our customers here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto, and it is our goal to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Driving around with a damaged CV Joint or Drive Axle problem can be extremely dangerous. The axle is a structural component that bears the weight of the vehicle, any cargo, and the acceleration forces between you and the ground. It is so important to have your vehicle inspected regularly by a trained automotive repair professional here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto to ensure its safety.
When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. So how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? More specifically, why should you choose a diesel engine for your needs? Here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we discuss this with customers often based on their unique needs along with the history of the diesel engine.