BEAR AUTO REPAIR

It's the tail end of tax season and many American taxpayers have already gotten their refunds in. It's tempting to spend that money on something frivolous or it's smart to put it right back into savings. Another option is to use some of your tax refund for much-needed automotive repairs and preventative maintenance. Let Uncle Sam foot the bill to take care of your car! Burning Questions When is the last time you had your engine tuned up or your brakes inspected? Are you due to replace your old shocks/struts because it feels like you hit every single bump on the road? Could the vehicle you depend upon every day benefit from a transmission service? If the answer is yes to any of these questions or you know there are certain repairs that your vehicle needs, then it's time to call the auto professionals at ... read more

Brad knows that when he has automotive issues or just needs dependable maintenance for his vehicles, he can always count on the team at Fox Run Auto in Bear, DE. He has been coming to our local auto repair shop for more than 10 years because of our excellent customer service and quality repairs. Brad was nice enough to share his feedback online with a recent review. "Fox Run Auto always exceeds customer expectations with communication and service," Brad writes. "Been taking my cars here for the last 10+ years. Never an issue." At Fox Run Auto, we take a great deal of pride in taking care of our customers. We believe in a personal approach to service and we want to make sure people have all the accurate information they need to make smart auto repair and maintenance decisions. You'll find that we rare ... read more

If you are driving along and your car begins to overheat, it's something you need to pay close attention to. Overheating is a sign that there could be internal engine damage or a problem within the vehicle's cooling system. Fox Run Auto is here to help break down what you need to know (and what you need to do) when your car overheats. Pull Over If you notice that your vehicle's temperature gauge is getting much higher than normal or you have a dashboard warning light come on that indicates an overheating engine, your best course of action is to pull over and let the vehicle cool down completely before getting back on the road. If you see steam or smoke coming out from under the hood, then that means the car is already overheating. Again, pull over and wait for it to cool down before doing ... read more

Whether it's the AA batteries in your TV remote or the car battery that powers your vehicle, all batteries will weaken and lose energy over time. As your car battery begins to die, there are several signs you will likely notice. Here are 7 of the most common symptoms of a dying car battery: 1. Warning Light A weakening car battery may trip the check engine light, but there are also specific battery lights that can illuminate to let you know that there is a problem. 2. Car Slow to Start If your car is having trouble starting or taking a long time to start, it is likely a battery issue. It could also be the alternator or a spark plug, so it's a good idea to get it tested by a professional mechanic. 3. Corroded Connections If you look at your car battery and the connections are extremely corroded or crusty, then that ... read more

Mike was driving along when one of his tires blew out. He pulled over to the side of the road and called Fox Run Auto for roadside assistance. Mike wrote a recent online review talking about his experience with our tow truck driver and auto shop. "Thank you so much for your help and quick response to my situation," Mike writes. "Your driver showed up within 20 minutes of my call and immediately changed my tire." Mike then brought his car into Fox Run Auto to see if his damaged tire could be repaired and to have our technicians inspect the rest of his tires. He knew at least a couple of them had pretty low treads. After our team looked over his tires, it was determined that the one flat tire and one of the other tires definitely needed to be replaced.  ... read more