Automotive News & Information - Clower Automotive

What does “remanufactured” mean, and is it something you want? At Clower Automotive in Manchester, TN, we strive for great service and a job well done. Part of that is equipping you with the knowledge you need to understand what’s going on when a repair is necessary on your car, truck or SUV. “Remanufactured” is a word that you’ll encounter in the automotive world. Many people perceive that to mean “used”, but that isn’t the case - here’s what you need to know.

Lori Holt

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Ron, Cyndi, Travis and Jay are the best! My husband and I took our vehicles to them since 1990s and were satisfied. When my husband passed away we had our Subaru in their shop. They were awesome and became like family to me. I have been able to trust them to check out several used vehicles I needed to purchase for my kids as they began driving. They do a through check and repair any issues whenever I bring each of our vehicles in for maintenance. The peace and confidence they have given me to provide safe dependable transportation for my family is beyond any blessing I could hope for. I trust them and they have always gone above and beyond whenever one of our vehicles have needed service. Cydni always gets the right part for best price. Ron or Jay are the best at diagnostics and repair. Travis is very knowledgeable and has always spoken to me with respect and has never been dismissive or talked down to me (as so many "car guys" tend still to do). If you need a quality repair and honest service, Clower's Automotive is the place to go!

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At Clower Automotive in Manchester, TN, we understand the importance of being on top of the latest in automotive technology. That’s why we invest heavily in top-notch diagnostic and programming equipment, and why we have technicians that know how to use it.

Diesel trucks are known for their incredibly reliable engines. At Clower Automotive in Manchester, we know that the key to a reliable engine is good maintenance. In fleet trucks, the difference between a truck that lasts a million miles and a truck that needs new engine hinges on how well it has been maintained.

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Like anything else on your vehicle, keeping various systems clean and in good shape is essential to long life and reliability. Your fuel system is especially important - parts are expensive, problems can be difficult to diagnose, and it doesn’t take much contamination to cause a huge issue. It’s much easier to keep your fuel system clean than it is to clean a dirty or problematic system. Performing regular fuel treatment can prove very beneficial to the life of your vehicle.

Your fuel system is comprised of a variety of parts, each tasked with keeping your engine running strong - Chevy, Ford, and Ram all have small differences, and diesel systems have changed over the years with innovation in the field; however, the fundamentals haven’t changed. At Clower Automotive, our technicians are familiar with the differences between models and generations, but for the intents and purposes here they aren’t necessary to know. Here’s an overview of the major components you’ll find in most diesel fuel systems.

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How long have you been driving? Most people say since they were sixteen years old or even younger. Driving for that long will obviously improve anyone’s driving, but there will always be room for improvement. Whether that’s getting rid of distractions or simply changing how you drive, here are some tips that are sure to better your driving.

If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost-effective as possible.