Automotive News & Information - Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair

There’s a huge appeal to buying a used car from a private party seller. Bypass the dealership, the hidden fees, the markups, the hassle, and save yourself some money in the process. But what’s the risk? Have you found a deal or a dud?

By now, the numbers are clear; seat belts save lives. But just wearing one isn’t enough - it needs to be working properly to actually keep you safe. Here’s what you need to know about the seat belts in your car, truck, or SUV, from Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL.

Manual transmissions require far less maintenance than automatics. However, that doesn’t mean it doesn’t need a fluid check from time to time. Here’s what you should know about checking and adding fluid to your manual transmission, from Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL.

Your transmission’s shift points are exactly what you think they are - the points at which your transmission shifts. From the transmission experts at Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL, here’s what you need to know about them.

We’ve all been there: You start your car in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. You hear an unusual noise coming from your car, and it sounds bad. How do you know if it's something you should bring in to us here at Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair to get looked at? Questioning the severity of the sound is a smart immediate response because the difference between a squeaky joint and near-catastrophic engine failure can be a big one.

For the first several decades of automotive history, transmissions weren’t reliant on electronics for operation. Today, that simply isn’t the case. At Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL, we have the knowledge and equipment necessary to take care of even the most complex transmissions, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

“Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer, FL, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

Maintaining your car doesn't have to be a hassle, just bring it to our team here at Archer Automotive & Diesel Repair in Archer. We can take care of all the dirty work. However, it's important to know when you should get proper maintenance. Here are some quick tips and advice on the basics of car maintenance!