BEAR AUTO REPAIR

On our customer Testimonials page, you can find several letters that Mike DeFino, the owner of Fox Run Auto, has received during his years in the automotive repair industry. The original shop opened over 23 years ago. The technology and shop space may have evolved during that time, but quality customer service has always been at the forefront of our business. One of our favorite letters came from Craig Deppert, who has been a loyal Fox Run Auto customer since the very beginning back in 1994. He visits our auto shop in Bear, DE whenever he needs maintenance. "As you know, I have been a consistent customer of Fox Run Automotive since 1994," Craig writes in his letter to Mike. "Fortunately, I do not need frequent service on my vehicles, but I wanted to compliment your company. I have had nothing but a positive experience with Fox Run Automotive." The primary reason th ... read more

It's that time of year. Kids are back in school and things are getting somewhat back to normal. The summer was so hectic with activities that you may have put off getting your oil changed or those tires rotated. Maybe you took a long road trip recently or you've just put a lot more mileage on your car or truck than usual. Whatever the reason, your vehicle may be overdue for service. Your Bear Auto Repair Professionals Now that the kids are occupied with school, it's the ideal time to bring your vehicle into Fox Run Auto for some much-needed maintenance or repairs. Keep your car or truck running well heading into the fall and winter seasons, which we know can get harsh here in Northern Delaware.  Changing the oil, rotating the tires, checking the brakes, testing the wheel alignment and measuring fl ... read more

Your transmission is one of your vehicle's most important components. The engine provides power, but the transmission is essentially what makes the car move. The transmission is comprised of several key parts including the housing, transmission fluid, transmission pan, transmission filter, clutch and gears that work in unison to control the power that is ultimately transferred to the wheels. Automatic transmissions will also feature torque converters, planetary gears and other specialized parts that do the shifting for the driver.  Needless to say, your transmission is a very complex unit that will require specialized auto repair services if problems are occurring. Your transmission also needs routine maintenance just like most other parts of your car or truck. What Transmission Maintenance is Recommended? Just like your engine oil and filter need to be changed periodically, so do your transmission fluid and trans ... read more

Bob knew that his tires were going bald and needed to be replaced soon. He also had the desire to put some nicer wheels on his beloved truck. Bob wanted to get his wheels and tires taken care of soon, so he called the automotive repair experts at Fox Run Auto in Bear, DE. "I recently took my truck into Fox Run Auto to have new wheels and tires installed," Bob says in his online review, "and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out." Bob brought his truck into Fox Run Auto and our knowledgeable team of automotive technicians took a closer look. Anyone could see the tires needed to be replaced, but wheels are a lot more complex. If your vehicle has trouble handling or your ride isn't as smooth as usual, it could be any number of issues that are worth getting looked at by professionals. It could be the wheels, bearings, axles, differential, brakes or suspension components ca ... read more

Most people don't give the alignment of their wheels much thought. However, it is a very important part of proper vehicle maintenance. The alignment of your wheels affects the vehicle's overall performance, the life of the tire treads, brakes and suspension, and it can even have an impact on your gas mileage. The better your wheels are aligned, the better off your car will be and it may prevent more costly repairs in the future. Let's take a look at some of the issues concerning wheel alignment. There are some common signs that might tell you when the wheels are misaligned: Pulling Strongly Toward One Side - Obviously, if you are driving and your car is pulling significantly to the left or right when the wheel is neutral, then there's a very good chance your wheels are out of alignment. Steering Wheel Off-Center - If you have your car parked and the wheels facing straightforward, look at the ... read more