Automotive News & Information - Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center

Mechanic working on the brakes of a truck

Brake pads are important - you don’t need them to go, but you do need them to stop. At Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, MI, we like to keep your vehicle stopping exactly as it should - it’s less dangerous, and it keeps insurance premiums low. So, how do you know if your brake pads are going bad? How do they work? What even are they? We’ve got the answers!

car with hood up and puddle underneath of it

Cars, trucks, and SUVs use and create multiple liquid substances. Here’s what you need to know about the puddle of liquid under your vehicle, from Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, MI. There are a few different substances that can pool under an automobile, and some are more serious than others. Knowing what to look for and what to do could save you from hassle with your vehicle in the long run.

At Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, we understand that your exhaust system is an essential aspect of your vehicle’s ride quality and performance. Our technicians are professionals in exhaust system replacement and repair, ensuring your car, truck, or SUV sounds great and keeps running smoothly.

Once you’ve settled on an engine, the last thing you want to do is cut corners on the final steps. At Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, MI, we understand the importance of your investment.

At Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, we know the key to making your vehicle last; good maintenance. An overwhelming percentage of the problems we see, especially the really catastrophic ones, are a result of poor maintenance. While properly maintaining a vehicle can seem a like a bit of a hassle, it is absolutely worth the payoff. Good maintenance is the only difference between a car that lasts 80,000 miles and a car that lasts 400,000 miles. Preventative maintenance and repair when a problem occurs are are your two concerns, and both will keep your car on the road far longer, if observed properly.

At Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, MI, we have seen our fair share of preventable engine failures. Frequently, engine disaster could have been avoided if the driver had known beforehand what the warning lights or gauges on the dashboard indicated. While some dash lights are fairly benign, others indicate imminent trouble. This guide from Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, MI will prepare you for the next time your vehicle shows you a warning you shouldn’t ignore.

At Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, MI, 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.

Is your truck used for towing? Whether you’re looking to upgrade your current setup or rig up something new, our technicians have you covered. Here’s some useful information on towing equipment, from Bob's Truck Repair & Car Care Center in Port Huron, MI.