Automotive Industry News & Information - Stuart Rolfe Muffler & Auto Service

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Good steering is an underrated, and often neglected aspect of driving. At Stuart Rolfe Muffler & Auto Service in Midlotian, VA, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distance.

It can be very alarming to hear unusual sounds coming from your vehicle. If you are hearing any humming, whining, or even clunking noises emitting from under your vehicle, it is most likely a transmission issue. Luckily, these noises can help you pinpoint what issue you may be having with your transmission. Some of these issues are minor and can be easily taken care of, but some of them are much more major and may require special attention and service. Read on to see just what your transmission problem may be.

At Stuart Rolfe Muffler & Auto Service in Midlotian, we know that in order to keep your car in good shape, it helps to know how it works. Here’s a quick rundown of a system that’s very important, but you take for granted until there’s a problem; your brakes. While there is a multitude of configurations and levels of complexity in automotive brake systems, they all essentially work the same way. Disregarding anti-lock brake systems and the like, this is how braking works in its simplest form.

Air filters are an important part of vehicle maintenance. What many people don’t realize is you actually have two filters; one for your engine and a cabin filter to filter the air coming into your car. Both of them function the same way but have entirely different purposes. They are often neglected, particularly the cabin filter, and yours may need to be changed right now. This guide, provided by Stuart Rolfe Muffler & Auto Service in Midlotian, highlights the importance of filters, symptoms of an overused one, and how to maintain them.

Whether it’s a result of maintenance, mileage, or some other factor, it seems that every fleet or commercial diesel leaks a little bit of something. Oil, transmission fluid, gear oil, or coolant seem to find a way to pool overnight on the ground after a long day on the road. At Stuart Rolfe Muffler & Auto Service in Midlotian, VA, we can take care of that for you.

In life, you learn that more expensive doesn’t always mean better. When it comes to transmission fluid, does it matter? Are name brand fluids better than the cheapest option? Stuart Rolfe Muffler & Auto Service in Midlotian, VA has the answers.

Nearly every day, you drive your vehicle. Whether it be a couple of miles to the store or a full-on road trip across the nation, you want to make sure that your vehicle is safe to drive and the systems are in check and/or up-to-date. Here are a few reminders to check and see if your vehicle is running in top shape.

Looking for the best auto service in town? Why stop there? At Stuart Rolfe Muffler & Auto Service, we're not only home to the best service you'll find here in Midlotian, VA, but the best you'll find - anywhere.