BEAR AUTO REPAIR

Brake rotors work alongside brake pads to stop or deaccelerate a car. When a driver steps on the brake, the brake pads clamp on the rotors, and through friction, they produce the desired effect. With time, the heat produced leads to uneven surface wearing of the brake rotors. This scenario is called warping. Extremely warped brake rotors are ineffective and jittery. But this condition is not as serious as other brake defects. With that in mind, here are some factors that cause brake rotors to warp. Heat As we've mentioned earlier, heat is a precursor to warped brakes. Whenever the surfaces of two moving parts come into contact, friction and heat is produced. And the working of the brake relies on the friction force produced between the brake rotors and pads. The heat produced on the surface results in brake rotors warping. Manufacturing Defects Brake rotors that don't meet industry standards warp easily. Some of the manufacturing defects include but are not limited to the ... read more

Many people assume a car's cooling system is only there to help keep the car from overheating. That is true, but it also helps regulate the running temperature throughout the year. Your vehicle's cooling system still plays a large part in engine health and performance during the colder winter months.  You'll want to take care of your car's cooling system all year round. Now may be a good time for maintenance and a system tune-up. You will also want to look out for warning signs of cooling system problems during the winter season. Here are 5 cooling system maintenance tips you can follow this winter: 1. Take Care of Plastic and Rubber Components Your cooling system features a network of belts, hoses and seals made up of rubber and plastic materials that can easily freeze or degrade when the weather is really cold. Ice, salt and moisture from the roa ... read more

It's hard to believe 2022 is almost already over and that the holiday season is here so quickly. We wanted to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very happy holiday season. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy New Year to you from the entire team at Fox Run Auto!Enjoy the Season It's been a crazy last few years, so hopefully you are able to spend some quality holiday time with your family, friends and those you care about most. That is truly what this special season is all about.  Time for Gratitude At Fox Run Auto, we are grateful for our amazing service team and technicians. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful people working for us and taking care of our customers. Speaking of our customers, we wouldn't be anywhere without you. We really appreciate your business and loyalty throughout the years. We also value your feedback, so be sure and leave a ... read more

Sharen was looking to buy a pre-owned Nissan Sentra, but she wanted to be sure the car was in good shape before completing the purchase. She contacted the team at Fox Run Auto in Bear to perform a pre-purchase vehicle inspection. This is a special service we offer to used car buyers who want complete peace of mind before signing on the dotted line "The pre-purchase service inspection was performed on my Nissan Sentra," Sharen says. "In less than 24 hours, I had the results. A very thorough inspection was done and I am confident in the results, and in my Sentra."A pre-purchase vehicle inspection at Fox Run Auto involves a bumper-to-bumper inspection of the entire car, truck or SUV. Our experienced automotive technicians will inspect all the most important systems (engine, cooling s ... read more

The winter season is almost here in Northern Delaware. The temperatures are dropping fast and cold weather is ahead. It's always smart to think about car maintenance when the seasons change, especially this time of year. Obviously, the most important preventative maintenance step you can take is to change your oil. Whether you do it yourself or have a professional service your vehicle, now is a good time to get your oil changed before things get even colder outside. Here are 3 helpful tips for anyone thinking about getting an oil change this winter: 1. Don't Wait Too Long It's usually best to get your oil changed before the coldest weather starts to set in. This is especially true if you are already due for an oil change anyway. Old oil can cause damage within your engine, and your engine is already getting more stress s ... read more