Automotive Industry News & Information - Birch's Automotive & Muffler

exhaust coming from a muffler of a truck on the road

Whether you drive a Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke diesel pickup, you have an exhaust system that is prone to failure. When you have a leak that needs attention, Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN can help.

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. But how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN has the answers you need to become more in-tune with your diesel truck and engine.

hand on the manual gearbox of a stick shift

Manual transmissions aren’t necessarily simple, but they’re much easier to understand in concept than their automatic counterparts. You’re probably aware there are gears in manual transmissions - but there’s a little more to it than that. Here are some of the major components you’ll find in a manual transmission.

What condition are your tires in? At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, we want to make sure you can tell. A simple visual inspection is all you need - it’s easy if you know what to look for.

Exhaust issues are extremely common, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive. At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, we can get your exhaust back in shape in no time.

Exhaust issues tend to be neglected, and we get that; there are just other parts of your vehicle that you'd rather focus on. Besides a clogged catalytic converter, there isn’t much risk of damage from a bad exhaust system - it negatively affects your gas mileage, and the sound is annoying, but other than that, it’s an issue many people learn to live with.

mechanic working on auto electrical system

Every year, vehicle electrical systems get a little more complicated. These days, many cars on the road contain up to a mile of wiring, running throughout every corner of the vehicle. With all those wires, there’s bound to be an issue at some point; Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN is here to help you recognize a potential electrical issue, and know what to do about it.

At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, precision and quality are our top priorities. That’s why we always employ ASE certified technicians - but what does that mean for you?

The time to know if your brakes are going bad is NOT when you go to stop at that red light or on the parkway when someone suddenly swerves in front of you. It's not always "just" brake pads either, your brake master cylinder could be an issue. How do you recognize the signs that you have a real problem with your brake master cylinder and just what is it? Here atBirch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN we not only have the answers, but we also put together a service schedule for you and keep an eye on issues based on your driving habits, vehicle type and your description of issues you are having. We treat your car, truck or SUV as if it were ours keeping you informed of issues we find so you can get them fixed "before" there are larger repair bills so you can keep your vehicle Newer - Longer! Below is everything you need to look for and tips on your brake master cylinder.