Automotive Industry News & Information - Dave & Wayne Auto Center

Good diesel technicians and shops that service diesel engines are hard to come by. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, diesels are our specialty. There are many reasons to have diesel truck maintenance performed by diesel specialists - here are just a few.

If you drive, you’re eventually going to have to deal with a flat tire. Flat tires often come at the most inconvenient times but knowing what to do and how to handle them will help you be comfortable when the need arises. So if you find yourself with a flat, here’s what to do next, from Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA.

To some drivers, picking out the right tire is just as important – and just as much fun – as finding the right shoes is to a runner. For many people, they have found that shopping for tires is overwhelming because there are just so many choices. AT Dave & Wayne Auto Center IN Bethlehem, PA, our technicians are ready to help you make that decision.

Most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we know where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability, and braking. Because of this, sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs when operating at high speeds.

Your transmission mounts keep your transmission in place and suppress vibrations coming from the drivetrain. How do you know when to replace them or when they’re going bad. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, our goal is to educate you about your vehicle so that you can drive it safely and prolong its life.

At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, we’ve seen and diagnosed every warning light in the book. Many people ignore their check engine light, and while it isn’t advised, often get away with it. Transmission warning lights are different, however. Here's what it means and what you should do when it comes on.

As cars become more technologically advanced, the importance of your vehicle’s battery becomes more important. In the old days, a car battery essentially worked, or it didn’t; if it was good enough to start the car, it was good enough. Moderns vehicles are a different story. A faulty battery can cause a variety of issues, including engine codes, sensor failures, irregular transmission behavior, and the list goes on.

Battery failure often causes issues that are commonly misdiagnosed, and in the hands of the wrong auto repair shop, a mechanic may spend hundreds of your hard-earned dollars chasing problems that don’t exist. At Dave & Wayne Auto Center in Bethlehem, PA, our mechanics are familiar with modern vehicles and the problems that accompany them.

If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost-effective as possible.