Automotive Industry News & Information - Byrne's Garage LLC

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 Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN, 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:

If you think your mechanic doesn’t have to deal with getting certified like other professionals, you are quite possibly mistaken. We say “quite possibly” because mechanics generally aren’t required by law to get certified in this country, so it’s conceivable that Bub down at the local filling station doesn’t have any meaningful credentials hanging on his wall. However, since the founding of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in 1972, a culture of professionalism has emerged and today about half of the country’s auto mechanics are ASE-certified. There are other kinds of certification, too, and other issues to consider when searching for the right mechanic. We’ll walk you through the details.

With the seasonal impacts and weather changes, a lot of wear can go into your wiper blades. Are your blades leaving behind streaks? Scraping noises when they rub against the windshield? Or the most obvious sign, is the blade fraying and cracking? It’s time to ask yourself; do I need new wiper blades? Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN is here to help.

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At Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN, we understand the importance of being on top of the latest in automotive technology. That’s why we invest heavily in top-notch diagnostic and programming equipment, and why we have technicians that know how to use it.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

Keeping your tires properly inflated and regularly checking the tread can save you money and keep you safe! At Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN we want to keep you and everyone in your car safe. Let us help you keep your tires maintained at their best.

Your gas mileage mostly depends on what kind of car you drive; engine displacement and vehicle weight are the largest determining factors on gas mileage, and there’s not much you can do to change either of those. That doesn’t mean attempting to improve your fuel economy is a completely hopeless endeavor, however. With these tips from Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN, you might be surprised how much your fuel mileage can be improved.

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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 Byrne's Garage LLC in New Albany, IN.