Automotive Industry News & Information - Schaeffer Automotive

Though transmissions are generally reliable, there are a great number of issues that can develop with one. From Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, here’s a general overview of the types of problems your transmission may develop, all of which we service and repair.

Modern fleet vehicles are fitted with an array of airbags, strategically placed all around a vehicle to keep the driver safe in the event of a collision. If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you likely don’t think about your airbags that often, but you definitely want them there when you need them. Here’s a are facts regarding airbags, from Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN.

Getting your vehicle washed and waxed on a regular basis is one of the easiest ways to preserve its paint and keep it looking nice. It makes you feel good when you’re driving in a clean vehicle. Removing other environmental contaminants such as salt, tree sap, and bugs also goes a long way to make your vehicle’s paint last longer.

Good diesel technicians and shops that service diesel engines are hard to come by. At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, diesels are our specialty. There are many reasons to have diesel truck maintenance performed by diesel specialists - here are just a few.

At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we know there’s a lot of conflict on when you should maintain certain things on your truck. We also know there are consequences to neglecting maintenance; the difference between a truck that breaks down all the time and a truck that has covered over a million miles virtually trouble-free all boils down to maintenance.

Keeping your fuel system maintained will prevent premature parts failure and poor running conditions. Here are some important aspects of diesel fuel system maintenance, to keep your fleet running smoothly. While your system and components should typically be serviced by a professional technician, there are some things you can be conscious of that will go a long way toward keeping your engine in good shape.

At some point, you’re gonna get a flat tire. It’s just a hazard of driving. At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we like to do what we can to keep you and your vehicle ready for anything. Here’s what you should do.

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you’re probably pretty familiar with diesel vehicles. But why are diesel engines predominantly used in commercial vehicles, and where did they start?