Automotive Industry News & Information - Dirk's Auto Clinic

As your vehicle ages, it not only gains sentimental value but a number of maintenance measures arise as well. Vehicles from previous decades have the potential to keep their value and functionality for many years. But how can you make that possible? Here are some tips from Dirk’s Auto Clinic to keep your older vehicle running and on the road for a long time!

If you drive a fleet or commercial vehicle, you log a lot of hours on the road. Inevitably, a flat tire is going to happen - it’s just a matter of knowing how to handle it when it does. Here’s what you need to remember, from Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL.

If you own or operate any type of vehicle, you understand the importance of resale value. Some owners keep the same vehicle until it’s time for the scrap yard, but by and large it makes more sense to sell a vehicle and replace it at a certain point. From Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL, here’s how to make sure you get the most cash possible when it’s time for your vehicles to hit the auction block or when you're ready to sell it to its next owner.

Your exhaust is an essential part of your truck’s sound, performance, and aesthetic. At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, our technicians are ready and able to provide any exhaust service your Chevy, Ford, or Dodge diesel requires, from stock repairs to completely custom installations.

Keeping your fuel system maintained will prevent premature parts failure and poor running conditions. Here are some important aspects of diesel fuel system maintenance, to keep your fleet running smoothly. While your system and components should typically be serviced by a professional technician, there are some things you can be conscious of that will go a long way toward keeping your engine in good shape.

In the market for a new car, truck, or SUV? Used cars aren’t always what they seem; here’s some advice from Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River to make sure you get the used car of your dreams.

An article about routine maintenance probably doesn’t sound like the most riveting read, but at Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL, proper maintenance is something we believe in wholeheartedly. Routine maintenance is the key to making a vehicle last for decades; if done correctly, your vehicle will stay reliable and enjoyable to drive, and you will save time and money in the process.

At Dirk’s Auto Clinic in Crystal River, FL, we see our fair share of warning lights and dashboard notifications. If your ABS light is illuminated, here’s what you need to know.