Automotive Industry News & Information - West GA Diesel & Auto Repair

Who created the world’s first car is actually a matter of debate; since the invention of the engine, people had been installing them on horse carriages to make them self-propelled. Even when automobiles specifically designed for engines came around, they were hardly recognizable as a car by today’s standards. However, the first patented automobile, a vehicle specifically designed to be propelled by an engine, was built by Karl Benz and completed in 1885.

At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, we know an important part of your ability to care for your transmission lies in your knowledge about how it works. Here is some information on the tow button, if your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with one.

You know how often to change your engine oil; but what about the gear oil in your standard shift transmission? Here’s a short guide, from West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton.

There are a lot of drivers on the road today with improperly adjusted rearview mirrors, contributing to unnecessary blind spots and potentially hazardous driving conditions. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, we place a lot of value on efficiency; here’s how to get the most out of your mirrors.

It can be very alarming to hear unusual sounds coming from your vehicle. If you are hearing any humming, whining, or even clunking noises emitting from under your vehicle, it is most likely a transmission issue. Luckily, these noises can help you pinpoint what issue you may be having with your transmission. Some of these issues are minor and can be easily taken care of, but some of them are much more major and may require special attention and service. Read on to see just what your transmission problem may be.

Your drive belts run everything - your AC, power steering, alternator, and water pump are all dependent on the belts that turn them. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, our goal is to keep your truck maintained, so you’re never stuck out on the road. Drive belts are a critical part of that goal.

Keeping the interior of your car, truck, or SUV clean and in good shape is an important part of making your vehicle last. West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton has some tips on keeping your car clean inside, and why keeping it clean matters.

Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from our team here at West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA.