Automotive Industry News & Information - Jim Van Dyke's Automotive Center

There’s a lot of information on buying used cars out there, but at Jim Van Dyke in Washington CH, we don’t think it’s possible to go into a purchase armed with too much information. The condition of the transmission in a used car is perhaps the most essential aspect of a pre-owned car purchase - this article explains why, and how to make sure your prospective buy is everything you want it to be.

Vehicle maintenance is something most people neglect to some degree. Make one of your resolutions this year about car maintenance, and we guarantee you won’t regret it. Resolutions are typically about reducing stress, saving money, becoming more organized, and improving your quality of life. Jim Van Dyke in Washington CH is here to show you how proper car maintenance checks all of those boxes and more.

“Spark plug” is a word you are likely familiar with; it’s one of those car terms that you’ve heard your whole life. You now they’re important, you know sometimes they need to be changed. But how do you know when it’s time to replace them? What do they do, and where do they go wrong? Jim Van Dyke in Washington CH has the answers.

There are a number of things that may cause a transmission to fail; overheating, debris in the wrong place, or the natural wear and tear on transmission components, to name a few. However, these factors are not the leading cause of transmission failure. Take it from Jim Van Dyke in Washington CH - the number one cause is neglected maintenance.

The Holidays are just a few days away! If you’re like us, for many of you that means travelling this holiday season. Here are some travel tips from Jim Van Dyke in Washington CH to make sure your Holiday journey is a safe one.

“Water pump” is a term you’ve most likely heard in conversations about vehicles. But what is it, what does it actually do, and how do you know if you need a new one? At Jim Van Dyke in Washington CH, we know the answers to these questions, and soon you will too.

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Our goal at Jim Van Dyke in Washington CH is to provide you with the best transmission service possible. One way we do that is by helping you understand a little more about your transmission and the way it works. Knowledge about your vehicle and its systems allow you to catch problems when they arise and deal with them appropriately, saving you money and easing some of the stress of car ownership. You probably already know how to check your oil, and when to change it. Checking and maintaining transmission fluid is something people tend to understand far less about, however. Here’s what you need to know.