Automotive Industry News & Information - Flagstaff Transmission Specialists

There’s a huge percentage of vehicle on the road, right now, with the check engine light illuminated. Many of them have had it on for years, even. Frequently, a check engine light will illuminate, but pose no immediate problems, so people just get used to it and learn to live with it being on. However, Flagstaff Transmission Specialists in Flagstaff, AZ would like you to know that it’s worth having it looked into. Typically, the problem can be diagnosed by simply plugging your car into our computer; the vehicle gives us a code, and we know what the problem is immediately.

At Flagstaff Transmission Specialists in Flagstaff, AZ, we enjoy providing you with useful knowledge that pertains to the ownership and maintenance of your car, truck, or SUV. You may have noticed more and more electric cars hitting our roadways over the past few years. With that in mind, here’s a brief, but interesting look at the history of electric cars.

If you drive a car, truck, or SUV that runs on gasoline, there's a good chance you’ve run it low on fuel a few times (or more than a few times,) and maybe even run out of gas completely a time or two. At Flagstaff Transmission Specialists in Flagstaff, AZ, we like to provide information applicable to you. Running a vehicle low on fuel is something we’re all guilty of, and most of us don’t think twice about it. But, can it be bad for your car?

As your vehicle ages, it not only gains sentimental value but a number of maintenance measures arise as well. Vehicles from previous decades have the potential to keep their value and functionality for many years. But how can you make that possible? Here are some tips from Flagstaff Transmission Specialists to keep your older vehicle running and on the road for a long time!

At Flagstaff Transmission Specialists in Flagstaff, AZ, we know your Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup was designed for optimal power, torque, and towing and hauling ability, no matter what the job is. We also know that while getting up to speed in a timely fashion is important, your diesel pickup’s ability to stop is equally essential.

At Flagstaff Transmission Specialists in Flagstaff, AZ, 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.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Flagstaff Transmission Specialists in Flagstaff, AZ, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

On gas engines, the fuel delivery system is pretty simple - an electric pump draws gas from the tank, and pushes it to the injectors. Diesel systems are a little more complex. At Flagstaff Transmission Specialists in Flagstaff, AZ, we like to keep you informed about what’s on your truck, how it works, and how to maintain it, so you stay reliably on the road.