Automotive News & Information - Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube

Your vehicle is a vital part of your life; it takes you wherever you need to go and can last you a very long time if taken care of properly. A part of the care it takes to maintain the vehicle is taking it to repair shops in order to receive any necessary maintenance or fix any problems you may be experiencing. By choosing Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, you can rest assured that your vehicle will get the proper care and maintenance required to remain durable for as long as you need it.

Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of commercial truck driving. At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, we believe in making sure you have the best truck possible, whether you’re hauling something across town or across the country.

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couple of technicians checking an engine

At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, we understand the importance of doing things right. That’s why we are in the business of hiring ASE certified technicians. After all, your car, truck or SUV is only as good as the quality of service it receives.

Everyone has different habits when it comes to washing their vehicle. Many people see it as a purely cosmetic thing, so as long as their vehicle is running and driving right they don’t see a point in washing it all that often. In actuality, washing your vehicle is also an important aspect of maintenance and making a vehicle last. Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL has some vehicle washing tips for you, to keep your vehicle in shape for years to come.

Automatic transmissions aren’t well understood outside of specialists like our technicians here at Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL. While it would be impossible to teach you enough to make you a transmission expert in a quick article, what we can do is give you the fundamental knowledge you need to have a good idea of what your transmission is doing and how it works. Being able to understand how your transmission works will help you identify any problems that may arise to prevent further wear and tear on your vehicle.

If you drive performance or luxury vehicle (Subaru, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Land Rover, etc.) you’re aware that you have a complex and precision-engineered machine. When things start to go wrong, sometimes they go wrong in a hurry. Here are some things to watch out for, from Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL.

battery diagnostics being ran on a car battery by a mechanic

Your vehicle's radio and headlights, plus a slew of other important functions, are powered by an electrical current generated by your vehicle’s engine. A vital part of generating electricity is having a place to store it while it’s not being used, which is where a car battery comes into play. The battery holds electrical energy while a car is off in order to help the engine turn over and create a spark to start internal combustion. Without a working battery, your car will not be able to start. If you perform proper maintenance, however, an average car battery can start your car reliably for roughly four years.