You know how often to change your engine oil; but what about the gear oil in your standard shift transmission? Here’s a short guide, from Hill's Motors Auto Repair in Childress.
Gauges are your first, and often only, line of defense in catching a major problem before it’s too late. At Hill's Motors Auto Repair in Childress, we know that sometimes a faulty gauge is overlooked when the truck is still running fine and there’s a busy day ahead. However, gauges are extremely important, and are typically easy to repair.
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? Hill's Motors Auto Repair in Childress, TX has the answers.
It makes sense that a car that is rarely driven will last longer, right? It may seem counterintuitive, but that isn’t necessarily the case. Vehicles are meant to be driven, and various issues can arise if they aren’t stored properly or driven fairly regularly. If you have a car, truck, or SUV that you only drive occasionally, in the summer, to car shows, etc., this one is for you. Here’s what you need to know, from Hill's Motors Auto Repair in Childress, TX.
While most fleet vehicles are chosen for their reliability, low maintenance, and durability, sometimes maintaining several of them at a time can become overwhelming. Let Hill's Motors Auto Repair in Childress, TX put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for any and all fleet vehicles.
Transmissions, while generally durable, can be highly complicated devices. For this reason, they are also expensive to replace, and maintaining one will save you a lot of headache and money in the future. This article from Hill's Motors Auto Repair in Childress, TX discusses how your driving habits affect your transmission. While automatic transmissions are by far the most common, there are still a considerable number of manual transmissions on the road, so this article covers both.
There are a lot of drivers on the road today with improperly adjusted rearview mirrors, contributing to unnecessary blind spots and potentially hazardous driving conditions. At Hill's Motors Auto Repair in Childress, we place a lot of value on efficiency; here’s how to get the most out of your mirrors.
Your drive belts run everything - your AC, power steering, alternator, and water pump are all dependent on the belts that turn them. At Hill's Motors Auto Repair in Childress, our goal is to keep your truck maintained, so you’re never stuck out on the road. Drive belts are a critical part of that goal.
