BEAR AUTO REPAIR

Having your wheels properly aligned is very beneficial. It will make your car easier to control and safer to drive. It will protect and extend the lifespan of your brakes, wheels, tires, suspension system and other components. It can even help improve fuel efficiency.  You should have your wheel alignment checked as part of your normal automotive maintenance routine. If a realignment is recommended, you will want to listen to your mechanic. Otherwise, there are some common symptoms and signs that you may be in need of a wheel realignment service. Here are a few issues you can look for as a driver: 1. Pulling Hard to the Side If you are driving and the vehicle is pulling hard to one side or the other, your wheels are probably out of alignment. A simple test is to drive on a straight road without any other cars around and let go of the wheel for a couple seconds. A slight drift is probably no big deal ... read more

We're in the midst of the hottest months of the year in Northern Delaware. One common concern for drivers is overheating. If your vehicle is prone to overheating on hot days or you just want to make sure it never happens when you are out on a summer road trip, there are some maintenance and inspection tips you can take to keep your car's cooling system healthy. Here's what we recommend at Fox Run Auto: 1. Check the Coolant Level When the vehicle is completely cooled down, you can safely and carefully remove the radiator cap and inspect the coolant. Check to make sure it's filled to the proper level and also look at the coolant itself. If it appears thick, discolored, milky or dirty, you may be overdue for a cooling system service. If the level is just a little low, you can top it off with some fresh radiator coolant and/or dist ... read more

Marjory is a longtime customer of Fox Run Auto. She turns to our team whenever she is in need of automotive maintenance services or repairs. Check out what she had to say in her recent online review: "Fox Run Auto is the best!" Marjory writes. "I have been going there for over 27 years and go only there. They are always helpful and friendly. The staff is very knowledgeable and they do a great job taking care of my auto." At Fox Run Auto, we are always aiming to provide this level of satisfaction to our customers. Our goal is to create customers for life by offering professional auto repair services, honest advice and a friendly approach. We want you to feel confident in letting our team work on your vehicle and comfortable with each and every decision you make as a car owner. Whether it's minor maintenance or major ... read more

The weather has been heating up lately on the East Coast. The hottest and muggiest days of the summer are just around the corner. It sure is nice to have your car's air conditioning system working well to keep you cool when out on the road. After all, doesn't it feel great to blast the A/C for a couple minutes when you first get in the car on a really brutal day? If your air conditioning is on the fritz, or you just want to make sure everything is working right heading into the summer months, bring your vehicle into Fox Run Auto for professional A/C services. Here are some of the things we can do to help you out: A/C Tune-Up You may just need a general tune-up of your air conditioning system. We can test the air flow and temperature settings. Sometimes the thermostat needs to be adjusted or the vents need a proper cleaning. Perhaps the coolant needs to be recharged. Maybe you are due for a new ... read more

If you've been driving for a while, you've probably noticed that tires don't last forever. In fact, they can wear down in a variety of ways - some of which are more concerning than others. Here's a quick rundown of the different types of tire wear and what they might indicate: 1. Cupping: Cupped tires typically have small, raised sections that look like cups or scoops. This type of wear is usually caused by suspension problems or improper tire inflation. If you notice cupping on your tires, it's a good idea to have your vehicle checked out by a qualified mechanic. 2. Scalloped: Scalloped tires have raised sections that look like waves on the rubber. This type of wear is commonly caused by low air pressure in your tires, which causes them to get too hot and wear down unevenly. If you notice scalloped tire wear, check your tire pressure and have a mechanic take a look at your vehicle if it persists. 3. Inner-edge Wear: Inner-edge wear appears on the inner edges of ... read more