Automotive Industry News & Information - Pinckney Auto Repair Center

For the first several decades of automotive history, transmissions weren’t reliant on electronics for operation. Today, that simply isn’t the case. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, we have the knowledge and equipment necessary to take care of even the most complex transmissions, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

Changing the oil in big trucks and commercial vehicles is an expensive, but necessary, part of keeping your vehicles going. You don’t want to wait until it’s too late to change your oil, but changing it too early can be a waste of time and money. Having your oil tested regularly helps us to hone in on exactly how often your oil needs to be changed, to optimize reliability and efficiency.

If you drive a performance or luxury vehicle, you know that your precision engineered equipment demands precision tuning. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, we specialize in high-end imports and performance vehicles and keep them up to par.

“Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

Two things matter when mounting new tires on your truck or commercial vehicle. First, you want it done right. Second, you want it done fast. For both, Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI has you covered.

Whether you drive a Porsche, Audi, BMW, Subaru, Land Rover, or other performance and luxury vehicles, your ball joints are an essential part of your car or SUVs performance and safety. From us at Pinckney's Auto Repair Center, here’s what to watch out for, to make sure your ball joints are in shape and ready to go.

Your pickup truck is heavy and hard working, whether it’s a Chevy, Ford, or Dodge. If you add towing to the mix, it’s even heavier and has to work harder. Your brakes are one of the most wear and tear prone systems on your diesel pickup, but at Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, we can help you keep yours in good shape.

When a vehicle has trouble starting, many people initially blame the starter. What is the starter, and how do you know if yours has called it quits? At Pinckney's Auto Repair Center in Pinckney, MI, we want to keep you informed, and telling you what to look for will prevent further damage when issues arise. The starter is essentially just an electric motor; a gear at the end of that electric motor engages the flywheel, which turns the engine over, allowing it to start. How do you know if yours is failing?