BEAR AUTO REPAIR

When your vehicle needs repair or maintenance, one of the first decisions you face is whether to tackle the job yourself or entrust it to a professional auto repair service. Both options have their merits and drawbacks, and understanding the pros and cons can help you make an informed decision. Let's explore the advantages and disadvantages of DIY (Do-It-Yourself) auto repair versus professional auto repair, empowering you to choose the approach that best suits your skills, resources, and circumstances. DIY Auto Repair   Pros Cost Savings: One of the primary reasons people choose DIY auto repair is the potential cost savings. By eliminating labor charges, you can save a significant amount of money, especially for routine maintenance tasks or minor repairs. Sense of Accomplishment: Successfully completing a repair on your own can give you a sense of pride and accomplishment. It allows you to take control of your vehicle's maintena ... read more

Independence Day is just around the corner. It's time to celebrate the birth of our nation with fireworks, parades, barbecues and community gatherings. We recognize our country's bold founding fathers who sought to declare their independence. We wish all of you a very Happy 4th of July! Meet the Leaders of Fox Run Auto We also thought it might be a fun time to talk about our own visionary leaders at Fox Run Auto. Every single employee at our shop brings incredible skill and dedication to serving our customers. This approach starts at the top with our fearless owner, Mike DeFino. He opened Fox Run Auto in Bear, Delaware nearly 30 years ago and it has been one of the leading locally owned independent automotive shops in Northern Delaware ever since. Mike and his whole team are proud to have built such a strong ... read more

Taking your car to the mechanic is a bit like taking yourself to the dentist. It's usually not something you look forward to, but it just needs to be done from time to time. Brushing and flossing your teeth every day is one form of preventative maintenance you are doing for yourself. Visiting the dentist periodically for teeth cleaning, x-rays and a general check up is also important to your dental health.  The same can be said about taking care of your car. There are certain tasks you can do on your own like making sure there's always fuel in the tank. You may wash the vehicle regularly and check things like tire air pressure and fluid levels. You might even have the knowhow to change your own oil and rotate tires—the two most frequently needed forms of automotive maintenance. Still, a visit to a professional mechanic is required for certain repairs and other maintenance procedures. The point is, there are steps you must take on a regular basis to keep your ve ... read more

Phil is a longtime customer of Fox Run Auto. He knows he can count on our team for quality customer service and quality automotive care. One of the things he likes most about our shop is the ability to utilize our after-hours vehicle drop-off and pickup services.  Like many of our valued customers, Phil is a busy guy. He has work and other obligations during our normal weekday business hours. It's not always easy for him to bring his vehicles by when we are open. Thankfully, we offer after-hours solutions to accommodate our customers' busy lives. They can coordinate with us to drop off vehicles when the shop isn't open. Then, they can come by and pick up their vehicle once it is ready. Everything else can be done over the phone and email. "Quick service and you can drop off and pickup after hours," Phil says. "I ... read more

Brake pads wear out naturally over time as they are used to stop and slow down the car repeatedly. It is natural for them to wear down to a certain point where they need to be replaced. However, there are other factors and issues that can lead to premature brake pad wear, as well as uneven brake wear. Understanding these causes may help you keep your brake pads lasting longer, so you won't have to replace them as often. Here are 6 issues that can lead to excess brake pad wear, according to the auto repair experts at Fox Run Auto in Bear, DE:1. Brake Problems Sometimes, there are issues with the mechanical components of the brakes. It may only be one set of brakes having issues and that can affect how all the brakes on each wheel perform. There could be a problem like a damaged, warped or dirty rotor or a malfunctioning caliper. There may be a problem with the brake fluid or hydraulic lines. This i ... read more