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

At some point or another, we’ve pretty much all dealt with a dead car battery. There’s a good chance you already know how to jump-start your car - if not, don’t worry! Here’s everything you need to know, from Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL.

hand on the manual gearbox of a stick shift

Manual transmissions aren’t necessarily simple, but they’re much easier to understand in concept than their automatic counterparts. You’re probably aware there are gears in manual transmissions - but there’s a little more to it than that. Here are some of the major components you’ll find in a manual transmission.

There are many factors that go into making Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL a repair shop that’s above the rest.

Keeping your fuel system maintained will prevent premature parts failure and poor running conditions. Here at Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube we have tips on the important aspects of diesel fuel system maintenance, to keep your diesel fleet trucks running smoothly - longer.

Air. Air in the system causes all kinds of issues, from hard starting, poor running conditions, or an engine that won’t run at all. If too much air gets in the system, the fuel pump won’t be able to deliver fuel, and the engine will stall, die, or fail to start. Air enters the system via a leak or a bad seal - a deteriorated o-ring, worn component, faulty hose, or otherwise. Here we inspect your lines and connections to ensure they are in good shape and track down any leaks we notice air in the system.

Your vehicle's cooling system is one of the most important systems in your vehicle. Inside your engine, spark plugs ignite the fuel within the cylinders to produce small explosions that propel your vehicle down the road. With small explosions comes scorching temperatures that can destroy your engine if not controlled. There are two types of cooling systems - liquid-cooled and air-cooled.

You’ve likely encountered someone talking about their car or truck transmission "slipping”. What does that mean, why does it do it, and where do you go from here? At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, our trained staff has the answers to get you safely back on the road. Transmission slippage is certainly one of the most dreaded issues you face as the owner of a car or truck’s and there are some indicators that let you know that something is wrong.

You’ve decided to replace your engine - but what do you replace it with? There are a few different options out there, and Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL has the info you need.

With all fleets and commercial vehicles, there comes a time you have to decide - do we fix this vehicle, or replace it? At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, we’re here to help you figure that out.