BEAR AUTO REPAIR

It's crazy to think that summer is just around the corner, but May is almost over and things are definitely heating up here in Northern Delaware. It won't be long before you are cranking the AC to stay cool, while paying a little more attention to the engine's temperature gauge. Now is the time to get your car ready for summer with some preventative maintenance and important system inspections. Here are a few of the things you will want to consider, according to Fox Run Auto: Cooling System The cooling system plays a vital role in keeping your engine from overheating. You want to make sure you have enough clean coolant in your radiator, and that all key components (coolant lines, belts, fans and water pump) are in good shape heading into the hotter months. You never want your engine to overheat ... read more

Joe drives a Chevy Tahoe and needed some repair services performed on his SUV. He had never been to Fox Run Auto in Bear, DE before, but he read good reviews and decided to give our local auto shop a try. He was very glad that he did! "I am so very pleased with the service I received!" Joe writes in his own review. "Such great people along with honest and fair pricing for the work that was performed on my Tahoe! I could not be happier that I made the call to Fox Run Auto!" Whether it's your first visit to Fox Run Auto or you have been coming here for years, we aim to make every customer service experience as positive as possible. Our service team is lead by owner, Mike DeFino, along with the other Mike (Accursi ... read more

It can be frustrating dealing with a dying car battery. You may be able to recharge it and get more life out of the battery. Eventually, it may need to be swapped out with a new one. You don't want to be stranded somewhere, unable to get your vehicle to start. Here are a few of the most common signs that your car battery is dying and may need to be replaced soon: Battery Warning Light The battery warning light on your dashboard (or computer monitor) is there to let you know when the battery is losing its charge or has some other problem like a loose connection. If your battery light is on, you should get it checked out and tested by a professional mechanic to determine if it needs to be recharged, replaced or repaired. Physical Damage There can be numerous physical signs that your battery is on its last legs. Symptoms can include extensive corrosion around the cable connections, loose battery terminals and a swollen battery case. Trou ... read more

Low fuel pressure can be a common problem in all types of vehicles. Generally speaking, low fuel pressure means you don't have enough fuel getting to the engine, and/or you have too much air coming in. The fuel-to-air intake ratio is thrown off and it will cause engine performance issues. You may have trouble getting the car started at all when the fuel pressure is too low. Symptoms of Low Fuel Pressure Here are a few signs that you may have low fuel pressure: Engine Won't Start—It is cranking, but isn't starting up. Check Engine Light—An illuminated check engine light could mean a fuel system problem. Black Smoke—Dark smoke coming from the tailpipe often means the vehicle is burning too much fuel, which could be a fuel system, engine or ... read more

Regular vehicle maintenance is critical to keeping your vehicle running smoothly, efficiently, and, most importantly, for as long as possible. A tune-up is an important procedure to include on your maintenance checklist because it involves inspecting and adjusting various components of your vehicle to ensure optimal performance. It also includes the replacement of any worn-out components. Let's take a closer look at a couple of the benefits you get from a tune-up - here are a few examples: 1. Increased Performance A performance boost is one of the more obvious benefits you get from a tune-up.  When a car is tuned up, all of its important parts and components are checked and changed if needed. One of the most vital parts of the procedure is changing the air filter. This can increase the car's horsepower output by up to 30 HP, which is quite a lot for a simple filter change. 2. Better Fuel Efficiency When everything that is broken or mal ... read more