Automotive Industry News & Information - Pinckney Auto Repair Center

Tune-ups are an important and frequently neglected aspect of automotive care. Most drivers don’t really consider the mechanical condition of their car, so long as nothing is wrong with it. However, if a vehicle is tuned-up and maintained correctly, many mechanical failures (and expenses) will be avoided altogether. So whne is the right time to get a tune-up?

If you’ve owned a vehicle long, particularly one with a few miles on it, you have probably encountered a peculiar smell that grabbed your attention. Scents that you encounter while driving (emanating from your vehicle, not the horse farm down the road) are indicators of your vehicle's health and often the first warning that something may be wrong. Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney has assembled this list to prepare for you for the next time you smell something odd, so you’ll know what’s going on next time you notice a funny smell.

To some drivers, picking out the right tire is just as important – and just as much fun – as finding the right shoes is to a runner. For many people, they have found that shopping for tires is overwhelming because there are just so many choices. AT Pinckney's Auto Repair Center IN Pinckney, MI, our technicians are ready to help you make that decision.

Leaky transmissions can be a pain, not only do they make a mess on the underside of your car, and in your driveway, but the transmission fluid is expensive and inconvenient to deal with. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI we want to provide you with some information on where transmission leaks start and how to end them so that maybe we can eliminate any future leaks.

What does “remanufactured” mean, and is it something you want? At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, we strive for great service and a job well done. Part of that is equipping you with the knowledge you need to understand what’s going on when a repair is necessary on your car, truck or SUV. “Remanufactured” is a word that you’ll encounter in the automotive world. Many people perceive that to mean “used”, but that isn’t the case - here’s what you need to know.

With temperatures dropping around the country, it’s understandably tempting to let your car or SUV idle to stay warm. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, one of our goals is to keep you informed on how to best care for your performance and luxury vehicles.

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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 Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI.

Once you have a set of new tires installed on your commercial truck or fleet vehicle, you’ll want to get the most out of them. By maintaining them correctly and inspecting them regularly, you’ll keep them on the road for many miles to come. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI we want you to be able to drive on your tires for miles, so let us help you do just that!