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At Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

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An engine can last anywhere from 50 to 500,000 miles depending mostly on how well you maintain it. While some engines are certainly more reliable than others, all of them depend on maintenance to fulfill their greatest potential. Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX has provided for you some of the determining factors of engine lifespan, to help you make sure your engine lasts as long as it possibly can.

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By now, it’s likely you’ve heard someone claim “manuals get better gas mileage than automatics.” While in the past this has certainly been true – driving an automatic was truly a sacrifice, dramatically affecting acceleration, reliability, and gas mileage – is it still the case in the modern era? Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX has the answers.

In today's economic climate, people are working hard to make their dollars go further. Not only are drivers holding onto their vehicles longer, but they're also looking to improve fuel efficiency to get the most gas mileage out of every gallon of gas. You can do both by following a few simple tips from our team here at Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC!

If you drive a Dodge, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, you know the amount of hard work your truck puts in. You may also be aware that diesels run a little dirtier than your average gas burner. At Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX, our goal is to keep your Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke truck on the road for many miles to come. A huge part of that is keeping your oil maintained.

The interval for the tire rotation could depend on a recommendation from either the tire manufacturer or the vehicle maker. The interval is typically around 5,000 miles but could range from 3,000 to 8,000 miles. So why do tires need to be rotated and how do you know when the right time is for your vehicle?

Windshield wipers are one of those things you never think about until you need them, and by then it’s too late. There’s a good chance you haven’t changed windshield wipers in a long time, so it might be a good idea to inspect them before rainy weather catches you off guard. Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX has compiled a few windshield wiper tips here for you.