Travelling can be difficult, and traveling can be fun. The difference usually comes down to how much preparation you do in advance, and how many unplanned obstacles you meet along the way. A great way to avoid setbacks, mishaps, and stressful situations is to make sure your car, truck, or SUV is ready to hit the road. Here are some important points to check before travelling, from Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ.
Awareness and safety are at the top of our list of concerns here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto, even more so with all the recall scare that happens in the news. We think a well-maintained car is a safe car that can also save you money in the long run. Here are our top ten tips for keeping your family safe, saving you money, and keeping your car running smoothly.
You’ve known someone at some point that has a seemingly impossible amount of keys, keychains, and other accessories hanging from their key ring. You might even be guilty of that yourself. At [BUSINESS_ NAME] in Kingman, AZ, we’ve seen our fair share of these loaded down car keys, and also the damage it can cause. Here’s what you need to know.
Have you always wondered what a spark plug does? Our team here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto is here to help you out. It's simple in theory but does quite a lot of work for such a small piece of equipment. Your spark plug forces electricity to arc across a gap like a bolt of lightning at high voltage and fits into your engine's cylinder head, where it “sparks” to ignite the fuel and creates combustion within your engine. Without it, you wouldn't be able to drive your car or truck.
You’ve likely heard that diesel engines are ok to idle indefinitely, and that it’s even good for them. Where does this logic come from, and is it true? Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ has the answers.
The Turbo on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck is an integral component of your truck’s ability to perform. Turbos affect everything from power output to fuel mileage, allowing your pickup to reach its full potential in terms of power, torque, and efficiency. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, turbo knowledge is one of our specialties, because we understand the importance of quality turbo parts, replacements, and repair.
The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.
Antifreeze is a fluid that’s just as important as oil to the engine in your car, truck, or SUV. You probably already know it’s essential to keeping your engine cool - but it’s important for more than one reason, and does require maintenance besides keeping it full. From Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, here’s what you need to know about antifreeze.
