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

At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, we understand that your exhaust system is an essential aspect of your vehicle’s ride quality and performance. Our technicians are professionals in exhaust system replacement and repair, ensuring your car, truck, or SUV sounds great and keeps running smoothly.

At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, we specialize in engine maintenance, service, customization, and repair. All of our technicians are equipped with the best equipment and training in the industry to ensure they know exactly what your specific engine needs, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

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Nobody wants to put an engine or transmission in their car. However, when that time comes, it’s important to make an informed decision - here are some things to consider when installing a used engine or transmission, from Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

Transmission trouble codes are particularly annoying to the average driver. You might know what a misfire is, but what does it mean when you get a code for a failed governor pressure solenoid? Fortunately, Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL is here to help.

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When driving around town, your vehicle's engine needs clean air to burn the fuel – and it needs a lot. In fact, a typical vehicle needs about 216,000 gallons of air for every tank of gas. All that air passes through a filter that catches the dust and dirt. Eventually, the filter gets completely full, and because the filter can only hold so much, dirt starts getting through. At Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, we want to help you get the best air quality in your vehicle, but first, we want to explain the process of where this dirty air is going.

If you’re ever in a situation where you must remove the battery from your vehicle, it’s important to know what you’re doing. It seems pretty straight forward, and it is. However, there are some important things to remember when disconnecting the battery in your car, truck, or SUV. Here are some tips on disconnecting a car battery, from Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube in Gainesville, FL.

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.