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An engine can last anywhere from 50 to 500,000 miles depending mostly on how well you maintain it. While some engines are certainly more reliable than others, all of them depend on maintenance to fulfill their greatest potential. Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL has provided for you some of the determining factors of engine lifespan, to help you make sure your engine lasts as long as it possibly can.

At some point, you’re gonna get a flat tire. It’s just a hazard of driving. At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, we like to do what we can to keep you and your vehicle ready for anything. Here’s what you should do.

While transmissions are extremely complicated and it takes a professional hand to work on one, taking care of the one you have isn’t difficult. At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, we understand the importance of caring for your transmission properly, so that it stays in good condition for as long as possible.

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you’re no stranger to breakdowns or have heard the horror stories breakdowns can endure. So why do they happen, and what can you do about it? Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL wants to get you informed. Reducing the chance of a break down can help protect your driver, reduce larger repair fees down the road, and keeps your business running smoothly without having a fleet truck down.

At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, we know replacing an entire engine can be a tough call to make - that’s why we’re here to help you make an expert decision on the matter.

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the vehicle. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you’ve likely experienced your fair share of breakdowns and malfunctions on the road. However, there’s a good chance those time consuming and expensive issues were completely avoidable, and your vehicle was warning you of an imminent issue all along. Here are some important tips from Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL

The interval for the tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker. The interval is typically around 5,000 miles but could range from 3,000 to 8,000 miles. So why do tires need to be rotated and how do you know when the right time is for your vehicle?