Automotive News & Information - Dirk's Auto Clinic

Tires are often neglected, but easy to maintain. As long as they work, most people don’t really think about them. However, if you take care to properly maintain your vehicle and your tires, they will last much, much longer. At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, we see all too often the results of poor tire maintenance, and the result is expensive new tires. Here’s what you can do to make sure you don’t become part of that statistic.

Your fleet or commercial vehicles most likely spend a lot of time idling. Whether it’s to keep warm or simply out of convenience, the stop and go lifespan of these vehicles mean idling is a part of their duties. But, is it bad for them? Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL has the information you need.

On a truck that travels hundreds of thousands of miles and is equipped with anywhere from four to eighteen tires, tire replacement is a concept you’re undoubtedly familiar with. For all your tire maintenance and replacement needs, Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River is the place to be.

These days, it seems like the oil options for your oil changes are limitless - full synthetic, blends, conventional, high mileage, and the list goes on and on. We are frequently asked if it's okay to switch between oils, and how do you know what is okay to use? At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL we're here to help you answer that question. When it comes to engine oil, the answer to this question can be as complicated or as simple as you want it to be!

Fleet cars, vans, and trucks see a lot of wear and tear. If your engine has already called it a day, then it’s obviously case closed - you need a new engine or a new vehicle. However, there are many times when an engine is about to go down, and you can get it taken care of before it kicks the bucket for good - saving you time and towing in the process.

Is your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax diesel a four-wheel drive? At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL, our goal is to help you maintain your four-wheel drive so that it can last you for years to come. Our professional technicians at Dirk’s Auto Clinic are here to make sure your truck stays ready for anything.

We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetic. At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.