Automotive Industry News & Information - Dave & Wayne Auto Center

At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, we know that keeping up with required maintenance schedules is the difference between a truck that lasts a few years and a truck that stays strong for decades.

Keeping track of maintenance done on your fleet vehicles and commercial trucks is one of the most important aspects of fleet management. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we track maintenance and repairs for a number of reasons. Here’s why:

Your fleet or commercial truck works hard, every day. Most commercial vehicles are heavy, and constantly under load. As a result, your brakes will inevitably develop issues over time. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we can fix that.

At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, we know that the difference between a vehicle that runs for 80,000 miles and a vehicle that makes it to 400,000 miles depends on one thing; maintenance. Here are a few tips to avoid some of the most notorious vehicle killers out there.

With AAA, roadside assistance, and the decreasing ability of people to fix and maintain their own cars, there are a lot of people on the road today who don’t know how to change a tire. Removing your wheel and replacing it with your spare may seem like a daunting task, but with this guide from Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, you’ll have the knowledge you need when you find yourself in a bind.

technician with a wrench working on the engine

Eventually, the time comes to replace your car, truck, or SUV. Often, you’ll decide to go used to save some money. This can either be a great financial decision, but it takes a little more groundwork to make sure you’re getting a good deal and a reliable vehicle. From researching, to test driving, to inspecting a used vehicle, Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA has a few tips to help you get there.

The differentials on your Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge diesel pickup are some of the hardest working components on your truck. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, our technicians are experts in maintaining, repairing, and replacing differentials, keeping your truck reliably on the road.

Vehicle belts aren’t that different than the belts that hold up your trousers. They need to fit properly and stay in place, and if they break, sag, or wear out, you’ll probably wish you were wearing a different belt that day. The same goes for the belts in your car. Your engine compartment is a punishing environment, and while all auto belts are made of materials designed to be both flexible and tough, even the toughest materials will eventually wear out due to the extreme temperatures under the hood.