Automotive News & Information - Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive

Windshield wipers are one of those things that you never think about until you need them. From Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, here’s a reminder to keep yours in good shape, so you’re ready when weather strikes.

Your drive belts are simple but integral components to the function of your car, truck, or SUV. At Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, belts are one of the first things we assess when looking over a vehicle, as they alone are in charge of operating your AC, water pump, alternator, and power steering.

A good technician will give your car 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 Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, we're good at noticing things that need repair, but the fact of the matter is that only you know your car. You know when your car 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;

There comes a time in the life of every fleet vehicle or commercial truck when you have to decide - is it time to retire that truck or van, or should you put the money into fixing it? At Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, TN, we’re here to help.

Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, there will come a day when it’s time to ask the question - has the time come to get a new truck? Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, TN is here to help you decide.

Trucks aren’t like cars...your average personal vehicle usually holds about 5 quarts of oil, and you are supposed to change it every 3-5k miles. However, the same logic doesn’t apply to large trucks. At Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, TN, we know how important proper oil changes and diagnostics are to keep your truck on the road, for hundreds of thousands of miles. Here’s what you need to know:

Your car’s radio and headlights, plus a slew of other important functions, are powered by an electrical current generated by your vehicle’s engine. A vital part of generating electricity is having a place to store it while it’s not being used. This is where your car battery comes into play. The battery of your vehicle holds electrical energy while the car is off in order to help the engine turn over and create a spark to start internal combustion. Without a working battery, your car will not be able to start. If you allow our team here at Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive to perform proper maintenance, an average car battery can start your car reliably for roughly four years.

Chevrolet, Ford and Ram diesel pickups are well-built machines. Still, sometimes they break down. Here’s what you can do to prevent that from happening and reduce the cost of a more expensive repair. At Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, TN our diesel customers are important to us and we want your diesel to last you.