Posted on 11/24/2018
Many people who own a vehicle manufactured or designed in a country outside of America believe that they will have to return to the dealership to have their car serviced for routine maintenance or unexpected repairs. This simply isn't true. By identifying a local auto repair shop that provides professional import auto repair, you can save hundreds of dollars on service for car, truck or SUV. At Strande's Garage, we offer just that. As a NAPA Auto Care Center staffed by ASE certified technicians, you can count on us for quality car repair, no matter what you drive. European Auto Repair Many manufacturers of fine automobiles are based in Europe. Our team has access to the latest diagnostic and repair equipment to ensure that we're able to fix any issue, on just about any car. German Auto Repair - German engineers were pioneers in the automobile industry, and they continue to revolutionize the way we drive. We provide repairs and maintenance for Audi, BMW, Mercedes, V ... read more
Posted on 11/11/2018
The transmission is a complex mechanism with an important job, which is to transfer the power created by the engine to the wheels. If the transmission is unable to operate as it was designed to do so, you will need to visit the repair shop, or else you may end up with a car unable to move. There are several common signs of transmission trouble, including the following. At the first sign of a problem be sure to contact a reputable transmission repair shop. Grinding Sounds One of the most common symptoms of transmission trouble is a grinding, whining or squealing noise that occurs as the transmission shifts. This can occur with both automatic and manual transmissions and can represent a few different issues, including low tranny fluid or worn gear teeth. Popping Out of Gear If your manual transmission vehicle pops out of gear as you accelerate in first gear there is a good chance that the clutch plate has worn thin. However, this issue can also be caused by engine oil leaking onto the c ... read more