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

Obviously, the dirtier your fuel system is, the bigger the improvement you will see in performance and fuel economy after a fuel system cleaning. But it is important not to wait until your system is running poorly. If you do, by the time you get a cleaning, you’ve wasted hundreds of dollars in gas or even possibly damaged your fuel injectors and catalytic converter.

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I have taken all of my family vehicles to Mark and Joel at Westerville Auto for over 5 years. The Uptown location is closer to my house, but myself and my family have been treated so well at the Westerville Rd location, so we do not stray! I know enough about cars to be dangerous, but this is why I trust these guys with our vehicles. 1/21/21 I drop off a Civic for an oil change and to likely change the tire pressure monitor which has been on since I purchased the vehicle. If it has to be changed, I was told it could be as much as $180. I give them the go-ahead to proceed and get a call from Joel telling me that the tire pressure was just a few psi too high.....WHAT PLACE DOES THIS!?!?!? They could have easily made an additional $180 off of me that day, but the honesty is what's right.....and that's what keeps me coming back. Thanks, Mark and Joel!

Trucks aren’t like cars...your average personal vehicle usually holds about 5 quarts of oil, and you are supposed to change it every 3-5k miles. However, the same logic doesn’t apply to large trucks. At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH, we know how important proper oil changes and diagnostics are to keep your truck on the road, for hundreds of thousands of miles. Here’s what you need to know:

Unless you are confident in your abilities as an automotive mechanic, there is really only one rule when purchasing a flood-damaged vehicle: don’t do it. Unfortunately, sometimes sellers aren’t particularly straight-forward with their used cars. Many will try to hide the fact that it’s been damaged by floodwaters at all or try to convince potential buyers that the car is in fact fine. “It has gone months with no issues” or “technically it is flood-damaged but” are two red flags, and while it isn’t impossible for a flood car to be fine, it’s altogether a good idea to stay away.

When you get in your car, truck, SUV, or minivan to drive and the A/C does not work what could be wrong? Here at Westerville Automotive, we have some simple answers to help you understand how your vehicle A/C system works. The first question we are asked is "Why isn't my air conditioner blowing cold air?" Let's talk about what could be happening.

The type of tire you want on your fleet or commercial vehicle depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you use the vehicle. There are multiple tire styles for most applications, and one of them is right for you. At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH, we’re ready to help you make your choice. If you’d like to narrow it down before you come see us, here’s a short rundown of common tires that will meet your specific need.

Everyone from mechanics, to your uncle that works on cars, has at some point given you advice concerning engine oil. The fact of the matter is that while we are familiar with words like “synthetic” and “oil weight,” many people don’t know exactly what the terminology means, or why common knowledge about oil exists in the form that it does. At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH, we keep things clear and simple. The more you know about your vehicle, the better equipped you are to keep it maintained, and we know a thing or two about vehicles. We have compiled a short list of common myths for you, most of which you’ve heard, but maybe never second guessed.