Automotive Industry News & Information - Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair

Manual transmissions have been around for a long time and if you have ever driven a manual you know how exciting they can be. Manual transmissions have also been referred to as standard transmissions, stick shifts, manual gearbox, or a simple gearbox. No matter what you call it, manual transmissions are fun to drive, better on fuel, reliable, and somewhat safer. So what do you know about manual transmissions; where did they come from, and how do they work? Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair in St Augustine, FL knows, and now you will too.

separated ball joint that needs to be replaced

We know you’re busy. At Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair in St Augustine, FL, we also know that while there are certain issues with your car, truck, or SUV you can ignore for a while, some of them shouldn’t wait. While serious issues are often obvious, sometimes they aren’t - ball joints are one such case.

At Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair in St Augustine, FL, transmissions are our specialty. We know exactly how they work and exactly how to maintain and repair one. You know you have a transmission, and you know it’s important, but what does it actually do? Here’s the simple answer to a complicated question.

Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the car, truck, or SUV still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair in St Augustine, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.

Your bumper covers are always in danger. Between other drivers, obstacles in the road, flash floods, or any other hazard you may encounter, at some point it’s likely your bumper covers will accrue some damage. At Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair in St Augustine, FL, we can fix that.

Person driving with hands on the steering wheel

Good steering is an underrated, and often neglected aspect of driving. At Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair in St Augustine, FL, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distance.

While diesel engines have become more common in trucks and certain cars, overwhelmingly the most common car, truck, and SUV powerhouse found on the road today is the gasoline combustion engine. At Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair in St Augustine, our technicians are skilled in every aspect of gasoline engine maintenance and repair, to keep yours reliably on the road and running strong.

Hitting a pothole always hurts - you may not be sure exactly what happens when you hit a pothole, but you can tell it’s not good for your car, truck, or SUV. Here are issues caused by potholes, and what to watch out for if you hit a really rough one, from Melvin's Auto & Truck Repair in St Augustine, FL.