BEAR AUTO REPAIR

We've all heard the term breaking in new shoes, so it may have you wondering, "Do I need to do the same for a brand new car?" For those of you who are starting off the year with a new car, you're probably very protective of your investment. Though your vehicle probably doesn't need any major maintenance items quite yet, there are three things you should know when "breaking in" your new car. Avoid Harsh Acceleration With a new whip, you're probably tempted to floor it every time you get behind the wheel. Unfortunately, that's not a healthy practice, no matter how new your car is. Aggressive acceleration, especially upon engine startup, can be extremely harmful as it doesn't give time for the engine to warm up. Instead, take it easy to reduce strain on your motor. Avoid Excessive Braking On the other hand, you should also be cautious about how you brake. New brake pads need at least a couple hundred miles of wear-in to sit against the rotor ... read more

It should come as no surprise that your fuel system is very important to the overall health and performance of your engine. From the gas tank to the fuel lines and filter, each component works together to supply clean fuel to the engine's combustion chamber. If the fuel is contaminated, dirty or not flowing properly, your vehicle won't run as well and it can eventually cause significant damage to the engine or exhaust system. So, how do you know when you might have a fuel system problem? Here are 5 common signs you can look out for: 1. Loss of Fuel Efficiency If you notice that your miles per gallon (MPG) have gone down, it could actually be any number of automotive problems including the engine, exhaust system, wheel alignment, tire air pressure and other systems. The fuel system might also be the cause. There could be a clog in one of the fuel lines or the filt ... read more

Carol recently visited Fox Run Auto in Bear, DE for some automotive repair work. She brought her car in and was extremely pleased with her customer service experience. Check out what she had to say in her online review: "This was my first time using Fox Run, but it definitely won't be the last," Carol says. "Customer service was amazing. Pricing reasonable. I am very happy I called Fox Run for help. Would give them 10 stars if that was possible!" We'd be glad to accept a 10-star rating! However, Carol is not alone in her feedback of our local auto shop. Here are a few more recent customer reviews of Fox Run Auto: "Quality service and a good price," William says. "Nothing but pleased with my experience.""Honest, affordable service," Crystal adds. "They don't add on unnecessary work, which is a ... read more

Perhaps you have an emissions test (smog test) coming up to renew your older car's registration. Maybe you want to do your part to minimize harmful emissions in the environment. Or, you would simply like to keep your car healthy for many years to come. All of these are great reasons to take care of your vehicle's emissions system. The emissions/exhaust system is there to expel toxic gases away from your engine and burn off dangerous fumes before they are released out of the tailpipe. It also plays a significant part in fuel economy. A poor emissions system and/or damaged exhaust components can severely impact your vehicle's average miles per gallon (MPG). Here are 5 tips you can follow for a healthier emissions system: 1. Take Care of Regular Maintenance Getting regular oil changes is one way to keep your engine and emissions system in good shape. Rotating tires and keep them at proper air pressures will also help, along with checking fluids and taking c ... read more

There are different types of vehicle inspections that you may need. If you are in Northern Delaware, Fox Run Auto offers the automotive expertise to provide any vehicular inspection services you require. Our trained technicians are thorough and skilled at inspecting any detail of the car, truck or SUV—any makes or models. Here's a breakdown of the different auto inspection services we provide: Maintenance Inspection When you bring your car into Fox Run Auto for an oil change or other maintenance services, we will check your fluids, key parts and other important systems to make sure everything is in good shape. If there are any potential problems, we'll let you know in a detailed inspection report. Repair Inspection In many cases, the driver doesn't know exactly what the problem is. They need ... read more