Automotive News & Information - Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair

Chevrolet, Ford and Ram diesel pickups are well-built machines. Still, sometimes they break down. Here’s what you can do to prevent that from happening and reduce the cost of a more expensive repair. At Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair in Calhoun, KY our diesel customers are important to us and we want your diesel to last you.

If you’re ever in a situation where you must remove the battery from your vehicle, it’s important to know what you’re doing. It seems pretty straight forward, and it is. However, there are some important things to remember when disconnecting the battery in your car, truck, or SUV. Here are some tips on disconnecting a car battery, from Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair in Calhoun, KY.

Windshield wipers are one of those things that you never think about until you need them. From Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair in Calhoun, here’s a reminder to keep yours in good shape, so you’re ready when weather strikes.

Keeping up with oil changes is one of the most important aspects of keeping your engine in good shape. However, you've probably noticed that the price of oil changes can vary pretty dramatically depending on what you get, and the oil all looks the same. Here's a breakdown of the difference between synthetic and conventional oil, from Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair in Calhoun, KY.

Here at Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair in Calhoun we often do diagnostics and sometimes the problem is obvious after hooking the car up to the computer and reading the codes. However, sometimes it isn't obvious during a test drive or after hooking it up to all those computer programs! You know there is a problem and a Check Engine Light is on with the fleet customer telling you the car has been having issues starting and the light has been going off and on depending on several factors. No pattern, no simple answer but the problem becomes obvious when you start following the "threads of the issue" thanks to all that ASE Technician training.

While transmissions are extremely complicated and it takes a professional hand to work on one, taking care of the one you have isn’t difficult. At Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair in Calhoun, KY, we understand the importance of caring for your transmission properly, so that it stays in good condition for as long as possible.

At Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair in Calhoun, KY, we know replacing an entire engine can be a tough call to make - that’s why we’re here to help you make an expert decision on the matter.

Every time you get into your diesel truck you probably forget all the safety features your vehicle has for you in case of an accident. Airbags are one of the greatest features of modern diesel trucks, though they aren’t often considered until you need them. From Joe's Transmission and Auto Repair in Calhoun, KY, here’s a nod to one of the better vehicle advancements of our time and why it's important not to ignore warning signs.