Automotive News & Information - Gateway Auto Clinic

Oil changes are integral to the performance, longevity, and reliability of your diesel truck. At Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, our expert mechanics understand the importance of good quality oil, changed at correct intervals, in allowing you to get the most out of your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax diesel.

Windshield wipers are one of those things you never think about until you need them, and by then it’s too late. There’s a good chance you haven’t changed windshield wipers in a long time, so it might be a good idea to inspect them before rainy weather catches you off guard. Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, OH has compiled a few windshield wiper tips here for you.

Judging by the number of near-rear-endings we witness on our morning commutes, the typical attitude toward brake maintenance appears to be, “Brakes: Don’t let them stop you!” This puzzles us because monitoring your braking system’s health is one of the most straightforward aspects of car ownership. You do have to know what to look for, though, or rather, what to listen and feel for. So let us, uh, break it down for you. Here are the top three signs that your brakes need fixing.

Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of driving. At Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, OH, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distances.

Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from our team here at Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, OH.

At some point or another, it’ll happen to you. You leave your headlights on, your battery finally fails, or for some other reason, you don’t have enough juice to start your car. Don’t call a tow truck just yet, though...Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering has the info you need to properly jump-start your car.

With AAA, roadside assistance, and the decreasing ability of people to fix and maintain their own vehicles, there are a lot of people on the road today who don’t know how to change a tire. Removing your wheel and replacing it with your spare may seem like a daunting task, but with this guide from Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, OH, you’ll have the knowledge you need when you find yourself in a bind.

Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, there will come a day when it’s time to ask the question - has the time come to get a new truck? Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, OH is here to help you decide.