Automotive Industry News & Information - Dave & Wayne Auto Center

If you drive a luxury or performance vehicle, you’re an owner of a reliable machine. Still, occasionally problems do arise. On vehicles like these, with so many electronics, a dead battery is a common issue. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center we want to keep our customers informed, here’s how to jump-start your vehicle safely.

For the first several decades of automotive history, transmissions weren’t reliant on electronics for operation. Today, that simply isn’t the case. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, 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.

Diesel engines are known for their reliability - that’s probably at least partially why you bought one. However, like all things, diesels and their components wear out eventually. Fortunately, the technicians at Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA have you covered. Here are some fuel system issues to watch out for.

Every year, more and more trucks come equipped with turbochargers. What was once a novelty or a performance option has become increasingly common as stock equipment. What are they for, and how do they work? Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA is here to help.

If you drive a performance or luxury vehicle, you know that your precision engineered equipment demands precision tuning. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we specialize in high-end imports and performance vehicles and keep them up to par.

Tires are what keeps your vehicle rolling, literally. Many people have found that shopping for tires is overwhelming because there are just so many choices. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center, we want to break it down for you so that it's easier to understand. There are four main categories of tires, and the right ones for you will depend on the kind of driving you do. Let's talk more about that!

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 Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, 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?

Don’t you hate it when potholes sneak up on you? There is a lot of money being spent on vehicle damage due to potholes. Do you know what parts of your car could receive the most damage?