BEAR AUTO REPAIR

Your vehicle’s exhaust system is extremely important. It greatly affects the performance of your car or truck, and it can also save your life by diverting deadly carbon monoxide fumes away from the vehicle. Here is what you need to know about your exhaust system and how to identify if you might have exhaust problems that you’ll want to get inspected and repaired at Fox Run Auto. The Purpose of the Exhaust System When the exhaust system is doing its job, you won’t even notice it. The main purpose is to divert exhaust fumes away from your engine and decrease their harmfulness. If those exhaust fumes are not being expelled properly, then it can lead to major deterioration within the engine compartment. Likewise, a build-up of carbon monoxide gas can be deadly if it starts seeping into the passenger cabin. A well-running exhaust system will reduce your vehicle&rsquo ... read more

When Calvin's car broke down, he needed help. He called Fox Run Auto for roadside assistance and didn't have to wait long for the driver to arrive.  "This was my first time doing business with Michael DeFino's Fox Run Auto service center and I have to say that I am completely impressed," Calvin writes in his online review. "The tow truck showed up in a timely manner and the driver was courteous." The tow truck brought the vehicle into our auto repair shop in Bear, where our technicians inspected it before our service advisor provided Calvin with a detailed repair estimate. Once the customer approved it, our repair experts got to work and took care of the problem as quickly as possible. We wanted to help Calvin get back on the road as quickly as possible because ... read more

Modern cars are very advanced. Your vehicle’s computer can tell you exactly when there is a significant problem that you need to know about. In some cases, it may be a faulty sensor or an error. However, usually when certain warning lights come on you need to pay attention. Certain dashboard warning lights are there to warn you when there is a major concern that requires immediate action. Let’s take a look at some of your car’s most important dashboard warning lights: Check Engine Light If this light comes on and stays illuminated, it is usually something less urgent. That said, you shouldn’t try to drive much further. Otherwise, you could compound the problem. It’s a good idea to get it checked out by a professional as soon as possible. The warning light could represent any number of problems, so you’ll want an inspection and diagnostic testing per ... read more

Depending on the severity of your engine or transmission problems, there are multiple repair options you may consider. When the repairs are minor, it makes sense to replace the necessary parts and take care of only what needs to be repaired. When the repairs are major and multiple components are damaged, that’s when you might have a choice to make: do all the repairs necessary or replace the engine or transmission entirely. In some cases, it simply makes sense to replace the engine or transmission. It can quickly add up to replace a bunch of parts and perform major repairs—or to have the engine completely rebuilt. Buying a new or previously rebuilt engine or transmission may be your most cost-effective solution. That’s why Fox Run Auto is an exclusive provider of Jasper Engines & Transmissions. They are the experts at rebuilding and remanufactu ... read more

Automotive repair is a funny business sometimes. In some cases, what seems like a small problem is actually a symptom of a much bigger issue that needs immediate attention. In other cases, what seems like it could be a major problem turns out to be something quite easily fixed. That's why people throughout New Castle County and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic communities depend on Fox Run Auto to provide accurate inspections, fair repair assessments, friendly service and honest advice. For us, it's most important to get the job done right and treat our customers with the respect and care they deserve. Just ask our customer, Mike. He recently came in because he heard a strange noise that he thought was coming from the blower motor. He decided to stop by Fox Run Auto to get a second opinion from one of our mechanics, which turned out to be a smart choice. In the end, he was able to save a lot of time and money that migh ... read more