Automotive Industry News & Information - Dale & Ron's Auto Service Inc

Automatic transmissions are the default now - with efficiency approaching or surpassing that of manual transmissions, and automatics with 8 or 10 electronically controlled gears, it’s no surprise they’ve gained so much popularity over the past few decades. But where did it all start? Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS has the answers.

Transmissions are complex, and over time they will wear out and eventually break. Knowing what to look for will play a key role in preventing your transmission from failing prematurely. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS we want to give you some insight on how your transmission works and how it can fail.

Whether it’s due to damage, or simply old age, leaky trucks are a problem. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, we can fix that for you.

Water leaks are common and hazardous. Not only do they cause rust, rot, and mold damage to your trucks, they also put any cargo inside at risk. No customer wants their boxes and products to arrive water damaged - it not only makes your company look bad but can cost you a lot of money.

Losing a belt on the road can turn a small problem into a big one instantly. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, we know efficient and cost-effective operation begins with preventative maintenance.

There is a reason we check your brake fluid when you come in for a service check. Maintenance pays big dividends and we want to avoid high repair costs for our Lawrence drivers. Did you know that brake service isn't just all about the brake pads, drums & rotors? That we have found low brake fluid to be the cause of a large percentage of brake issues here at Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc? Seriously, brake fluid is an important part of your braking system and with your service intervals being less frequent on the newer vehicles 5,000-10,000 more miles this has become an issue! Why?...

Your vehicle's belts and hoses are essential to the cooling, air conditioning and charging systems, and the engine. Don’t take these routine replacement intervals for granted because they can break down and leave you stranded.

What is the purpose and importance of your belts and hoses? The timing belt keeps the crankshaft and camshaft mechanically synchronized to maintain engine timing. Whether serpentine, V-belt, or fan belt (the belts on the outside of the engine), they all transmit power from the front of the engine to accessories that need to be driven, such as the air conditioning, the charging system, and fans. Radiator and heater hoses carry coolant to and from the engine, radiator, and heater core.

Balanced wheels are essential for a multitude of reasons, particularly on commercial trucks. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, we have the precision equipment necessary to provide you with the best balance possible, keeping your truck smoothly and reliably on the road.

Your fleet or commercial truck works hard, every day. Most commercial vehicles are heavy, and constantly under load. As a result, your brakes will inevitably develop issues over time. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, we can fix that.