Automotive News & Information - Lake Ridge Automotive

At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, we’ve got every answer to your transmission questions and needs, and answers to a lot of things that fall outside of that realm as well. Today, we’re talking about the ABS light - an issue that plagues many modern drivers at some point or another.

Your fleet or commercial truck works hard, every day. Most commercial vehicles are heavy, and constantly under load. As a result, your brakes will inevitably develop issues over time. At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, we can fix that.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors that are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip. Our highly trained technicians are ready to get you going with a top transmission.

With temperatures dropping around the country, it’s understandably tempting to let your car or SUV idle to stay warm. At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, one of our goals is to keep you informed on how to best care for your performance and luxury vehicles.

If you drive, you’re eventually going to have to deal with a flat tire. Flat tires often come at the most inconvenient times but knowing what to do and how to handle them will help you be comfortable when the need arises. So if you find yourself with a flat, here’s what to do next, from Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA.

Your drivetrain is where most of the process of moving your vehicle occurs. The drivetrain includes all the parts powered by the engine to turn the wheels, including the transmission, axles, or driveshafts that combine efforts to propel your car forward (or backward, when you’re in reverse.) At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, our drivetrain specialists are well equipped to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road and running smoothly along.

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We strive to be the best in Woodbridge, VA. Part of that is providing our customers with the most concise and up-to-date knowledge available. Here are a few quick tips we'd like to share with you to keep your car running in the best condition possible. Don't hesitate to come by and see us with any and all questions you may have. Lake Ridge Automotive is here to help!

The condition of your transmission fluid can tell you a lot about the condition of the transmission itself. At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, we want to help you be aware of what to look for and what we look for when servicing your transmission.