Automotive News & Information - Dave & Wayne Auto Center

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 Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem.

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 Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, we place a lot of value on efficiency; here’s how to get the most out of your mirrors.

When it comes to driving with your family on board, the only thing that matters is safety. Generally, this comes down to basic safety practices, making sure you are aware of them, and practicing them every time. When it comes to vehicle safety, small steps go a long way. Here are some things to keep in mind, from Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA.

Does your car, truck, or SUV shift at the wrong moment? Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem has the solution. Shift point issues can manifest themselves in two ways; either your car will rapidly shift through several or all the gears at low speed, low rpm, getting to the highest gear before you’ve gained enough momentum, or shifts will be delayed, the transmission refusing to shift until far into the RPM range.

Small transmission problems can become big ones if not tended to in a timely manner. Your car, truck, or SUV has been shifting weird for a while now - does that mean it’s too late to do anything about it? Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA has the answer.

The transmission in your truck works harder than any other on the road. A fully loaded semi weighs about 40 times as much as a normal passenger vehicle, and racks up twice the mileage. As such, it’s essential to keep your transmission in good shape and regularly maintenanced. Fortunately, Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem has you covered.

Gauges are your first, and often only, line of defense in catching a major problem before it’s too late. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, 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.

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 Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA.