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

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We’ve all been here: You start up your vehicle in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. Before your hand reaches the volume dial on the stereo to crank up your favorite morning radio duo, you hear a noise coming from your car. A vehicle shouldn’t make that noise, yet yours is. And it sounds bad. But is it?

The transmission in your truck works harder than any other on the road. A fully loaded semi weighs about 40 times as much as a normal passenger vehicle, and racks up twice the mileage. As such, it’s essential to keep your transmission in good shape and regularly maintenanced. Fortunately, Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington has you covered.

At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, we understand that there are endless ways a transmission can sound, behave, and feel, depending on what type of vehicle it’s in, what type of transmission it is, and the state of the vehicle’s repair. Sometimes, when people buy a different vehicle, they notice it doesn’t act the same as their last vehicle, which leads them to believe there is a problem.

Keeping track of maintenance done on your fleet vehicles and commercial trucks is one of the most important aspects of fleet management. At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, we track maintenance and repairs for a number of reasons. Here’s why:

For obvious reasons, air brakes are an essential part of your rig. They also add a level of complication to the braking system that a conventional vehicle doesn’t have. At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, our mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your air brakes in top shape.

Tire pressure may seem innocuous enough, but at Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, we know how much of a difference correct tire pressure makes. Tire pressure checks are just one of many regular service items we check when you bring your truck in for servicing, but it’s one that’s more important than you might think.

The Turbo on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck is an integral component of your truck’s ability to perform. Turbos affect everything from power output to fuel mileage, allowing your pickup to reach its full potential in terms of power, torque, and efficiency. At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, turbo knowledge is one of our specialties, because we understand the importance of quality turbo parts, replacements, and repair.

The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Birch's Automotive & Muffler in Arlington, TN, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.