Posted on 7/24/2019
Elaine has been a loyal customer of Fox Run Auto for years, and it kind of runs in the family. Her parents are the first ones in her family to start coming to our Northern Delaware auto repair shop. Now, Elaine represents the second generation who knows that they can always trust our team to get the job done right. "My parents started using Fox Run Auto many years ago," Elaine says in her recent online review. "They really care about their customers and because of that they always deliver GREAT SERVICE on our vehicles." Recently, Elaine was in need of a brake service. Her brake pads and rotors were worn out and due for replacement, so she knew it was time for another visit to Fox Run Auto. Our team inspected the brakes and made the necessary repairs. During the inspection, a few other minor maintenan ... read more
Posted on 7/17/2019
Summer is a time for fun, friends and family. Even if you don't get your full summers off like when you were a kid, you still want to make the most of these warm weather months. Whether that's taking a family vacation or just enjoying a weekend at the beach, there are so many ways to enjoy the sunshine. One sure way to have a bummer of a summer is when you are dealing with car problems. If you can't get yourself where you want to go, it's hard to have a good time. Fortunately, Fox Run Auto is here to help all Northern Delaware residents and Mid-Atlantic travelers with their automotive repair and maintenance needs. Here are a few tips to help you avoid car trouble this summer: 1. Don't Forget Preventative Maintenance In the auto repair industry, we call it "preventative maintenance" for a reason. These are proactive services you can have done that will help prevent automoti ... read more
Posted on 7/10/2019
Your vehicle has many important fluids that keep it running right. If you notice any fluid leak under your car, truck or SUV, it is certainly cause for concern. This is especially true if you notice any radiator coolant leaking. How to Identify Radiator Fluid Radiator fluid (also known as coolant or antifreeze) is typically very easy to identify because it is bright greenish/yellow in color and any leaks will likely be noticed when you look under the hood or somewhere under the front of the vehicle. If you have a sports car or another vehicle with a rear-mounted engine and cooling system, then a radiator coolant leak would obviously be back there instead. Common Sources of Coolant Leaks Once a radiator fluid leak is identified, it's important to determine where the leak is coming from. Is it coming from the radiator ... read more
Posted on 7/3/2019
Angela has been a longtime customer of Fox Run Auto. She knows that any time she has automotive questions or needs repairs, she can count on the Mikes and Rob to provide the help she needs. Recently, Angela was nice enough to share her thoughts about our Northern Delaware auto shop in an online review. "Fox Run Auto is always a great experience!" Angela says. "They are fast, thorough, and HONEST. In the past, one of the Mikes showed me a part that was worn and explained how this part impacted my car." Education is a very important part of our service approach at Fox Run Auto. We take the time to make sure our customers understand exactly what is wrong with their car and what needs to be done to repair it. Whether it's minor maintenance ... read more
Posted on 6/26/2019
One of the most common transmission problems that you can encounter is a slipping transmission. This means that it is not shifting smoothly from gear to gear or that it is not staying fully in gear as you drive. This can be the sign of internal damage or it may just mean you are due for a standard transmission service to replace the transmission fluid, filter and pan gasket. As with any automotive problem, you will want to deal with it as soon as you can to hopefully avoid major repairs. The longer you put it off, the more likely the damage will compound and cost you even more to fix. That's why Fox Run Auto has put together this list of common "symptoms" to let you know that your transmission may be slipping: 1. Vehicle Feels Sluggish If the car feels very sluggish or is not accelerating as quickly as usual, it could be ... read more