BEAR AUTO REPAIR

It's officially Fall, and for those of us in Bear, DE, it means preparing for the cold weather. Let's face it; winter will be here before you know it. The most common hazards come along with dropping temps in the rain, fog, and snow. Your car needs a necessary check-up to ensure all its complex systems and tires are in working order. We've put together eight simple maintenance items that you should check off for fall! 1. Change Your Wiper Blades If your blades are leaving behind streaks, then you need to change your blades. Now is the ideal opportunity to get them swapped out for maximum clarity. 2. Inspect Your Tires Your tires have the most significant impact on your drive as they are the only part of your car that makes contact with the road. They should have good tread to grip onto the road surface. While you’re checking its tread, be sure to check its pressure as well. 3. Test Your Battery It's a good idea to get your battery tested for performance so i ... read more

We all have to deal with car problems at some point. It's just part of modern life. Our vehicles help us get around easily wherever we need to go. Yet sometimes, they they have issues and we have to deal with them. Whether you are in an accident or something just isn't working right, you don't want to put off inspections or repairs for too long. Why You Shouldn't Wait Many major automotive problems begin with one small issue. A loose belt or cable, a worn seal, a small fluid leak—these are little things that are often easy to fix if caught early on. It won't cost much to replace or adjust a minor component that is failing. This is why you should bring your car, truck or SUV to a trusted mechanic as soon as you notice anything unusual. We're talking about strange smells, sounds or feelings that the vehicle isn't running as smoothly as normal. Maybe your car feels a littl ... read more

Kathy's car began overheating over the weekend, so she had to call for an emergency tow to Fox Run Auto. Our roadside assistance was able to help get the vehicle delivered to our shop while we were closed on Saturday afternoon.  "Early Monday morning I got a call," Kathy says in her recent review. "They diagnosed the problem, ordered the parts, installed them, ran tests to make sure no damage had been done (it hadn't thank goodness), and called me before noon to tell me the car was ready!" Kathy is a repeat customer of Fox Run Auto. We know how important her car is to her and the same is true for everyone who comes to our shop needing an emergency repair. It's difficult to be without your car for a few days—or longer for serious issues. Our goal is to get you safely back on the road as soon as ... read more

Your vehicle's suspension system plays a very important role. However, it's one of those things that many drivers don't really think about until it becomes a problem. Your suspension provides you with better handling and safety when driving. It also protects other important automotive systems and components like brakes, wheels, tires, axles, differentials and more. All of these parts are interconnected. A problem with one can snowball into serious issues throughout the car. Taking proper care of your suspension system and its vital components will help ensure the best possible handling performance for your vehicle. It will also extend the lifespan of your suspension and other affected equipment. Here are 5 tips for better suspension system maintenance from the Northern Delaware automotive specialists at Fox Run Auto: 1. Check Your Wheel ... read more

As car owners, we all know how important it is to check our engine oil from time to time. Accomplishing this task can give you helpful insight into your engine's health and when it may be time for another oil change. For some people, finding the dipstick under the hood is the easiest step, but they don't know what to look for after taking the dipstick out of the tank. Here are the 4 things you should look for when inspecting your motor oil: LEVEL The first thing that you should look at right off the bat is the oil level. The yellow dipstick has indicators to show you the suitable range of oil to keep your car functional. If the oil is below the lower or minimum marking, then you should top off with some oil ASAP.  COLOR Brand new and fresh oil is usually a light brown/golden honey color. If your engine oil looks very dark, discolored, or filthy in any way, then you need to swap it out as soon as possible. If the oil seems cloudy, then you may have a coolant leak. If you ... read more