Automotive Industry News & Information - The Auto Clinic

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Exhaust systems are one of the most neglected aspects of most vehicles. Exhaust pipes, catalytic converters, and mufflers are exposed to heat, emissions, and road damage. While your exhaust system is fairly simple and straightforward, these conditions mean it is inherently prone to rust and damage. As a result, this system is often one of the first systems you will have trouble with on your car.

Though transmissions are generally reliable, there are a great number of issues that can develop with one. From The Auto Clinic in El Paso, TX, here’s a general overview of the types of problems your transmission may develop, all of which we service and repair.

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For all your transmission repair and maintenance needs, trust the specialists with the knowledge and ability necessary to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road. At The Auto Clinic in El Paso, TX, we prioritize quality over everything. A huge aspect of that goal is keeping up with the technology of the modern era.

Chevrolet, Ford and Ram diesel pickups are well-built machines. Still, sometimes they break down. Here’s what you can do to prevent that from happening and reduce the cost of a more expensive repair. At The Auto Clinic in El Paso, TX our diesel customers are important to us and we want your diesel to last you.

Hitting a pothole always hurts - you may not be sure exactly what happens when you hit a pothole, but you can tell it’s not good for your car, truck, or SUV. Here are issues caused by potholes, and what to watch out for if you hit a really rough one, from The Auto Clinic in El Paso, TX.

At The Auto Clinic in El Paso, we know how annoying a dead battery can be. Here’s some information on the subject, that will hopefully help you understand your battery issues a little better. If your battery dies after your car, truck, or SUV sits for a few hours, the battery itself isn’t necessarily the problem. While having the battery tested is a good place to start, many people mistakenly make a bad battery diagnosis, when actually something in the electrical system is to blame.

Whether you drive a Duramax, Powerstroke, or Cummins diesel truck, sooner or later you’re going to have to replace a tire or two. You know when the tread gets low it’s time for new rubber - but there are plenty of other things that warrant a replacement. Here’s what you need to know, from The Auto Clinic in El Paso, TX.

Every time you get into your diesel truck you probably forget all the safety features your vehicle has for you in case of an accident. Airbags are one of the greatest features of modern diesel trucks, though they aren’t often considered until you need them. From The Auto Clinic in El Paso, TX, here’s a nod to one of the better vehicle advancements of our time and why it's important not to ignore warning signs.