Automotive Industry News & Information - Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC

Unless you are confident in your abilities as an automotive mechanic, there is really only one rule when purchasing a flood-damaged vehicle: don’t do it. Unfortunately, sometimes sellers aren’t particularly straight-forward with their used cars. Many will try to hide the fact that it’s been damaged by floodwaters at all or try to convince potential buyers that the car is in fact fine. “It has gone months with no issues” or “technically it is flood-damaged but” are two red flags, and while it isn’t impossible for a flood car to be fine, it’s altogether a good idea to stay away.

Leaky transmissions can be a pain, not only do they make a mess on the underside of your car, and in your driveway, but the transmission fluid is expensive and inconvenient to deal with. At Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX we want to provide you with some information on where transmission leaks start and how to end them so that maybe we can eliminate any future leaks.

What does “remanufactured” mean, and is it something you want? At Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX, we strive for great service and a job well done. Part of that is equipping you with the knowledge you need to understand what’s going on when a repair is necessary on your car, truck or SUV. “Remanufactured” is a word that you’ll encounter in the automotive world. Many people perceive that to mean “used”, but that isn’t the case - here’s what you need to know.

At Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX, we know how easy it is to overlook vehicle maintenance when everything is working as it should - we also know firsthand the toll neglected maintenance takes on a vehicle. Here’s an easy thing you can do yourself, that might save you an engine, transmission, or avoid numerous other problems.

At Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX, we see our fair share of warning lights and dashboard notifications. If your ABS light is illuminated, here’s what you need to know.

The most important part of your visit to any shop is making sure that your vehicle receives the best repair. While we uphold that standard, the team at Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC will also go above and beyond to ensure that you get only the best customer service along with a competent repair.

An article about routine maintenance probably doesn’t sound like the most riveting read, but at Annaville Muffler & Automotive LLC in Corpus Christi, TX, proper maintenance is something we believe in wholeheartedly. Routine maintenance is the key to making a vehicle last for decades; if done correctly, your vehicle will stay reliable and enjoyable to drive, and you will save time and money in the process.

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How long have you been driving? Most people say since they were sixteen years old or even younger. Driving for that long will obviously improve anyone’s driving, but there will always be room for improvement. Whether that’s getting rid of distractions or simply changing how you drive, here are some tips that are sure to better your driving.