Automotive Industry News & Information - Cecil's Automotive

If you own or manage a fleet or commercial truck, you know what a headache it can be to take the same vehicle in for maintenance over and over, wasting valuable time. At Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS, we have the technology, equipment and technicians necessary to get the job done fast, and get it done right.

What condition are your tires in? At Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS, we want to make sure you can tell if your tires are in good condition or ready to be replaced. A simple visual inspection is all you need - it’s easy if you know what to look for. Our technicians have been trained to identify trouble before it hurts your vehicle, but they can also help you understand how to keep your eyes open for serious issues.

If you drive a standard shift vehicle, you probably know your clutch is an important part of your driving experience. Proper maintenance and use of the clutch will dramatically increase its lifespan, saving you a lot of money in the future. Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS explains:

At Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS, we understand that big trucks mean bigger risk on the road. Here are some tips to remember, to reduce the likelihood of an accident next time you’re on the job.

Hitting a pothole always hurts - you may not be sure exactly what happens when you hit a pothole, but you can tell it’s not good for your car, truck, or SUV. Here are issues caused by potholes, and what to watch out for if you hit a really rough one, from Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS.

air pressure guage with mechanic putting air in tires

Good tire maintenance is important. At Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, we know how to make tires last, and why it’s important to service them regularly. An easy and effective aspect of tire maintenance is correct air pressure; here’s what you need to know.

Gear shift in car with manual transmission

By now, it’s likely you’ve heard someone claim “manuals get better gas mileage than automatics.” While in the past this has certainly been true – driving an automatic was truly a sacrifice, dramatically affecting acceleration, reliability, and gas mileage – is it still the case in the modern era? Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS has the answers.

At Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, we are quite familiar with the potential for easy maintenance and repair items to become much larger problems. One such issue is the infamous stuck lug nut. You go to change your tire, or a basic maintenance shop tries to take your wheel off, and you discover a lug nut that simply refuses to budge. Now what do you do?