Some people are hesitant when it comes to spending money on cars. In fact, a lot of people will not dish out money unless a repair or replacement is absolutely necessary. Take your vehicle's transmission for example. Instead of coughing up a large amount of money when your transmission needs to be r…Read More
When you turn to Google and search for “best transmission shop near me,” you expect that it will find the reputable shops that are tried-and-true, offer excellent service, and have a long line of satisfied customers. To be fair, Google does try to do its best at this. However, it’s still possi…Read More
When you think of transmission repair, do you think of it as an expensive repair that means your vehicle is basically worthless now? You shouldn’t. While transmission repair is one of the pricier repair jobs you can have done on a vehicle, the fact is that you can still save money compared to buyi…Read More
In a previous blog post, we looked at the question of whether you should attempt your own transmission repair. If you missed it, you should also visit that post—you’ll love our fun quiz that’ll tell you whether you’re ready to tackle that job! However, what about your transmission service? S…Read More
When you know or suspect that your transmission has something wrong with it, it’s a sinking feeling. Requesting a vehicle repair quote for any issue can be a hassle, but transmission repair can feel like one of the most intimidating things of all. However, it doesn’t have to be intimidating if y…Read More
If you are used to bringing your vehicle to the dealership for repair, service, and maintenance, it’s quite likely you’ll find it to be the most natural solution to bring your car there for transmission repair, too. However, there is a difference between a dealership and a transmission specialis…Read More
If you have a car that has a transmission problem, one of the things that you should know is that you should take it to a transmission specialist and not just any mechanic. “But,” you may protest, “I have a fabulous, trustworthy vehicle mechanic that I trust. Why should I go to someone else?…Read More
Dear MC’s Transmission, I have an older car, but it’s so reliable that I’d love to keep it running for as long as possible. What kind of regular maintenance does my transmission need, and how often should I get transmission service? Sincerely, Interested customer Dear Interested Customer, Here…Read More
Most people know that the transmission is an important component of a vehicle. Even if you don’t have any mechanical experience, you probably DO have a strong sense that if your transmission goes bad, it’ll could make your vehicle stop running and involve you in an expensive repair. However, if …Read More
When you need transmission repair, the last thing you want to happen is to get ripped off. Transmission work is already expensive enough, and if you get ripped off, it’s even worse. Some shops might charge you more than fair market value, others might charge you for work that wasn’t even complet…Read More