Automotive Industry News & Information - Gateway Auto Clinic

You know our diesel technicians here at Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, OH are here to assist you with all your Chevy, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup service needs. Sometimes, however, your trailer needs some attention too. Luckily, we’ll take care of that.

At Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, OH, we service all types of fleet vehicles and see many of the same problems come through the door again and again. Here are some easy early warning signs from our team here at Gateway Auto Clinic, that signal your fleet vehicles are in need of maintenance soon.

At Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, OH, we know that fuel contamination is one of the priciest and most problematic issues that may plague a diesel engine. There are a variety of issues that cause contamination in fuel. Knowing these issues will help drivers become aware of fuel contamination and hopefully prevent these issues.

Awareness and safety are at the top of our list of concerns here at Gateway Auto Clinic, even more so with all the recall scare that happens in the news. We think a well-maintained car is a safe car that can also save you money in the long run. Here are our top ten tips for keeping your family safe, saving you money, and keeping your car running smoothly.

At Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, we understand how important safety is in the world of truck driving. The stakes are higher in a big truck; potential for damage is obviously far greater, to you, your cargo, and other people on the road. Here are some easy tips that go a long way.

If you drive a vehicle with a manual transmission, you know that clutch replacement can be an expensive and time-consuming job. Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering has some tips to keep your clutch replacements as infrequent as possible.

Obviously, your fuel delivery system is an extremely important aspect of the running condition of your truck. At Gateway Auto Clinic in Kettering, our expert team of mechanics can treat and clean your fuel delivery system, ensuring you get the most out of your fleet. Keeping the fuel system clean is essential, particularly with high mileage diesel engines. Sediments and carbon buildup can dramatically affect pumps, filters, lines, and injectors. There are many important reasons to have your fuel system regularly checked and cleaned.

Did you know that airbags weren't mandatory safety equipment in passenger vehicles until 1997? Now, you'll find them in well over 100 million cars and trucks on the road. Since their invention, airbags, along with the seat belt, have played a major role in reducing the number of injuries and deaths in traffic collisions.