Automotive News & Information - Reeves Automotive

Though transmissions are generally reliable, there are a great number of issues that can develop with one. From Reeves Automotive in Decatur, TX, here’s a general overview of the types of problems your transmission may develop, all of which we service and repair.

At Reeves Automotive in Decatur, we know that in order to keep your car in good shape, it helps to know how it works. Here’s a quick rundown of a system that’s very important, but you take for granted until there’s a problem; your brakes.

The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to ensure smooth, reliable operation. At Reeves Automotive in Decatur, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, creates a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

Unless you use your vehicle to tow every day for work, odds are you haven’t paid much attention to your truck, SUV, or crossover’s towing capacity. Maybe you’re looking to buy a boat for some summer fun or just need to rent a trailer to get your belongings from one dwelling to the next. Whatever the reason for pulling something behind your vehicle, it’s important to get a firm grasp on what exactly your towing capacity means. Understanding how each of the components in your vehicle contributes to your overall tow rating can keep you from putting undue stress on your rig and keep you and your family safe.

Here at Reeves Automotive in Decatur we often do diagnostics and sometimes the problem is obvious after hooking the car up to the computer and reading the codes. However, sometimes it isn't obvious during a test drive or after hooking it up to all those computer programs! You know there is a problem and a Check Engine Light is on with the fleet customer telling you the car has been having issues starting and the light has been going off and on depending on several factors. No pattern, no simple answer but the problem becomes obvious when you start following the "threads of the issue" thanks to all that ASE Technician training.

Whether you drive a Chevy, Ram, or Ford diesel pickup, we have you covered. At Reeves Automotive in Decatur, TX, we can do it all - and a big part of that is done by employing ASE certified technicians.

Routine maintenance can lead us to discover all kinds of things you would think are obvious but as drivers with a routine, we simply get in and drive. We may think that if the lights come on and the car starts there are no issues, but at Reeves Automotive in Decatur we know what to look for and when to ask questions. When your vehicle is pulling to one side there are several possibilities.

Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the car, truck, or SUV still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From Reeves Automotive in Decatur, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.