BEAR AUTO REPAIR

If your vehicle is due for a DMV inspection in order to activate or renew your registration, you don't want to take any chances. Any major safety issues or a failed emissions test could significantly delay the approval process. You could be facing excess time and money as you deal with the repairs and then have to go through the inspections all over again.  DMV Pre-Inspection at Fox Run Auto This is why many customers throughout Northern Delaware schedule a DMV pre-inspection at Fox Run Auto before they bring a vehicle into the DMV for inspection. We have four state-certified emissions technicians on our staff, and we know exactly what the DMV inspectors will be looking for when it comes to your emissions/exhaust system, fuel system, cooling system, brake system and overall vehicle safety rat ... read more

It's never a good day when your car breaks down or you have an incident on the road like a flat tire, dead car battery or overheating engine. Sometimes, that's just how life goes. Thankfully, there are auto shops like Fox Run Auto who are ready, willing and able to help with all of your roadside assistance needs. We offer professional towing services and emergency automotive care throughout the Northern Delaware area. Fox Run Auto is located in Bear, and we've served customers in surrounding communities like Glasgow and Newark for nearly 20 years. You can count on our team to provide personal service and quality results. Here are some of the services we offer with our local tow trucks: Emergency Roadside Assistance ... read more

When is the last time you had your brakes inspected? Are you experiencing any braking issues when driving? Are you hearing strange screeching and squealing noises, or smelling unusual odors whenever you press on the brake pedal? It might be time to get your brakes inspected at a trusted local auto shop like Fox Run Auto. Keeping Your Brake System Healthy You rely on your car every day. You need it to get you safely from one place to another. A very important part of safe driving is having a healthy brake system. Bad brakes can make it difficult to drive and can ultimately be extremely dangerous if they aren't working properly. You need to be able to stop and slow down, sometimes with little to no warning.  Free Brake Inspection at Fox Run Auto If you are in Northern Delaware, you can bring your vehicle in for a free brake inspection. Just visit our ... read more

Happy New Year from the team at Fox Run Auto! As we turn our calendars to 2023, it's a time to set some new resolutions and focus on the year ahead. One of the most common things to think about is automotive maintenance. When is the last time you had your oil changed or tires rotated? Are your headlights and wiper blades providing you with enough visibility during the winter season? Is your heating system keeping you warm and keeping your windows properly defrosted? Time for Auto Care The New Year is a great time to take care of much-needed automotive maintenance and Fox Run Auto is here to help. We are open for regular weekday hours, every Monday through Friday. You can stop by our auto shop in Bear, Delaware, or we highly recommend calling ahead to book an appointment. That is the best way to ensure your vehicle ... read more

Are your tires going bald? Are you slipping and skidding on the roads? Is your vehicle pulling hard to one side or another? New Tires It may be time to replace your tires. This is a good idea as we head in to the winter season where the streets become wet and icy. You want to have good traction and that starts with healthy tires.  Tire Tread Inspection The first step is to check out the tire treads on all four of your tires. You can look at the tread depth. Using is a penny is an easy trick. Put it in the deepest part of the tread with Abe's head facing down. If there is any space between the top of his head and the edge of the tread, you will want to get your tires replaced as soon as possible. This is a sign they are dangerously low.  Wheel Alignment You can also look at the consistency of the tread wear on each tire. Even if you have been keeping up wi ... read more