Automotive Industry News & Information - Lake Ridge Automotive

If you operate a fleet or commercial trucks, you’re no stranger to the check engine light. There are probably vehicles in your fleet right now that have a warning light or two illuminated on the dash. What do they mean, and how do you make them go away? Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA has the answers.

For all the new drivers on the road, young and old, Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA would like to welcome you to the automotive community. Here are a few wise words to live by, to make your entrance into the driving world go as smoothly as possible.

A good technician will give your vehicle a quick inspection whenever you have maintenance performed. Fluid levels, tire condition, dashboard lights, and a variety of other items typically are briefly explored whenever you bring your vehicle in for maintenance. At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, we're good at noticing things that need repair, but the fact of the matter is that only you know your vehicle. You know when your vehicle feels off when its been serviced last (or that it hasn't been serviced at all,) and have at least some vague idea of what’s going on with your vehicle day to day. Here are some questions you can ask us next time you come by the shop:

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the vehicle. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

With AAA, roadside assistance, and the decreasing ability of people to fix and maintain their own vehicles, there are a lot of people on the road today who don’t know how to change a tire. Removing your wheel and replacing it with your spare may seem like a daunting task, but with this guide from Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, you’ll have the knowledge you need when you find yourself in a bind.

At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, VA, our goal is to help you understand your transmission a little better and keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road. If you ever hit the key and your engine fails to turn over, whether it’s once a month, once a week, or every day, you’ve got the beginnings of an issue worth dealing with.

For obvious reasons, air brakes are an essential part of your rig. They also add a level of complication to the braking system that a conventional vehicle doesn’t have. At Lake Ridge Automotive in Woodbridge, our mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your air brakes in top shape.

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