Automotive Industry News & Information - Fast Lane Auto Repair

At some point, you’re gonna get a flat tire. It’s just a hazard of driving. At Fast Lane Auto Repairs in Owensboro, KY, we like to do what we can to keep you and your vehicle ready for anything. Here’s what you should do.

Flat tires are a huge inconvenience. The only thing worse than having a flat on your way home from work is having to wait on a tow truck to come to get you. Fast Lane Auto Repairs in Owensboro, KY wants to give you some tips on how to change your own tire so that you can keep money in your pocket and get your car back on the road.

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Whether you drive a Chevy, Ram, or Ford diesel pickup, Fast Lane Auto Repairs in Owensboro, KY is here to make sure your truck stays up to the task for a long time to come.

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Transmission malfunctions are sometimes hard to pin down and might even go unnoticed. A transmission slip can manifest itself in a lot of different ways because there’s not a universal or consistent way to describe it. Since it will vary based on the vehicle, how bad the issue is, and what components are at fault, here are some symptoms to look for in your vehicle.

Alignment is the position of your wheels in relation to your vehicle and how they interact with the road. When your vehicle is properly aligned, your wheels will point in the same direction as the vehicle. To maintain proper control of your car, you must keep your wheels in proper alignment. Otherwise, steering will become difficult, your tires will wear unevenly and your fuel economy will decrease.

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck. If you do, then you probably know the difference between a job done, a job done well, and a job done perfectly. At Fast Lane Auto Repairs in Owensboro, KY, we strive for the latter.

Do you need new brake pads? Most of the time, if you think you do, the answer is yes. While a lot of auto parts stores sell brake pads with lifetime warranties, don’t be misled...brake pads will still wear down.

It is often the last thing you check and statistically, most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at Fast Lane Auto Repairs in Owensboro, KY, we know where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability, and braking. Because of this, sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs when operating at high speeds. We thought it important to share the real facts about tires for our area drivers.