Automotive News & Information - Dirk's Auto Clinic

If you've been driving for any amount of time, you’re probably aware that your car, truck, or SUV needs a wheel alignment on occasion. However, did you know that depending on what you drive, your rear wheels may also require attention? Here’s what you need to know about rear wheel alignments, from Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL.

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 Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL, 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.

At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL, we understand that no matter how well something is maintained, everything breaks eventually. Fortunately, our team of expert mechanics can repair just about anything, saving your business a lot of money in the process.

If you spend much time on the road, you’ll eventually encounter a flat tire on your vehicle. At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL we want to prepare you for what you should do next.

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 Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL, you might be surprised how much your fuel mileage can be improved.

Vacuum pressure plays a critical role in keeping your engine running smooth, and performing it’s best. From Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL, here’s some info on vacuum pressure, why you need it, and how to tell if you’ve got a vacuum leak.

The hydraulic system in your transmission is responsible for telling the mechanical components what to do, and when to do it. In order to better understand how your transmission works, it’s important to understand the mechanical components of it.

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.