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

Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of commercial truck driving. At Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, we believe in making sure you have the best truck possible, whether you’re hauling something across town or across the country.

Your exhaust is an essential part of your truck’s sound, performance, and aesthetic. At Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, our technicians are ready and able to provide any exhaust service your Chevy, Ford, or Dodge diesel requires, from stock repairs to completely custom installations.

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 gas mileage mostly depends on what kind of car you drive; engine displacement and vehicle weight are the largest determining factors on gas mileage, and there’s not much you can do to change either of those. That doesn’t mean attempting to improve your fuel economy is a completely hopeless endeavor, however. With these tips from Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, TN, you might be surprised how much your fuel mileage can be improved.

To some drivers, picking out the right tire is just as important – and just as much fun – as finding the right shoes is to a runner. For many people, they have found that shopping for tires is overwhelming because there are just so many choices. AT Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive IN Clarksville, TN, our technicians are ready to help you make that decision.

Your Ram, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup is a big truck. All that weight takes some strong stopping power and takes its toll on your brake pads - especially if you ever pull a trailer or carry heavy loads. Whenever you need a brake job, Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, TN has your back.

If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Our highly trained technicians at Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, TN can recommend your best options. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost effective as possible.

Fleet vehicles see a lot of wear and tear and need to be well taken care of if you expect them to last. For the best care, you need to choose technicians that are quick, efficient, know how to read the diagnostics and treat the issues. Our team at Tony Kennedy's Crain's Automotive in Clarksville, TN has the experience and training necessary to diagnose and repair any issues that your fleet might be facing.