Marietta Auto Repair

It is unfortunate that the rate of inflation feels insurmountable. It is going to level out eventually. We can’t stop the inflation train and we all must bear it. We try to keep our rates fair, but like most businesses we are in the business to make money. We also understand, as I am sure most of you do, price is a direct reflection of value. The cost is worthy if the value can be seen. Value doesn’t mean inexpensive. It means getting what you pay for, knowing that who you pay will stand behind what they offer, and that they will explain it clearly and concisely as needed for you to feel comfortable handing over your money. We appreciate all our customers and want them to feel comfortable with us. We are all in it together and understanding that there is a constant rise in costs for everyone we try to buffer best we can. We must charge with a reflection of our costs such as the expense of keeping quality employees that will follow our high standards is more expensive becau ... read more

There is nothing worse than a dead car battery, and understanding when to change it is vital in preventing future inconveniences and challenges. A car battery requires replacement after every 3-5 years, and there are numerous requirements that you should undertake before engaging in the replacement process. The replacement of a car battery is dependent on: Variation Time Variable Heat Variable Variation Variation effect possesses physical deterioration of the life span of a car battery component. Compared to other automobiles, cars that lack hold-down hardware posit a reduced life span. Loose hold-down hardware reduces the battery life span of your automobile, bringing the need for replacement. Time Variable Car battery life span is limited, just as in the case of humans. No matter how well a vehicle is maintained, its battery capacity diminishes. Your car user habits have an impact on battery life and deterioration. For instance, when you pack your car for a long time without ... read more

A car radiator is a type of heat exchanger. It is used to transfer heat from the hot coolant that flows through it to the air outside, thus cooling the engine. The radiator is usually made of metal and has a series of tubes through which the coolant flows. These tubes are surrounded by fins, which help to increase the surface area over which the heat can be transferred. Where Is The Radiator? The radiator is mounted at the front of the car, where it can be exposed to airflow from the car's movement. This airflow helps to carry away the heat from the radiator and keep the engine cool. In some cases, a fan may be used to force air through the radiator even when the car is not moving. What Is Coolant? The coolant used in the radiator is usually a mixture of water and antifreeze. The water helps to carry away the heat, while the antifreeze prevents the coolant from freezing in cold weather. The concentration of antifreeze can be varied depending on the climate, and it is important ... read more

An engine diagnostic is one of the top services we offer at Dalton Automotive Inc. When you bring your car to our auto repair shop for diagnostics, our professional technicians will connect state-of-the-art equipment to your vehicle's computer. This scan will help us determine the nature of the problem and what kind of repairs you might need. But how do you know when you'll need engine diagnostics? Below are the top 5 instances where you'll require this service:   Check Engine Light Comes On Many cars have different dashboard warning lights, but this one is the most dreaded. The check engine light will pop up if your car's sensors detect an engine-related problem. It's imperative that you respond to this light quickly to avoid more severe problems later on.   Odd Sounds Vehicles can make all kinds of noises, but some can spell serious trouble. Engine sounds can make knocking, clunking, grinding, or popping sounds when they're distressed. If you n ... read more

Motor mounts, transmission mounts, torque rods, and bushings are something that people often don’t notice them failing because they gradually get worse over time. What does this mean to you? A lot. I have had people say, “my boyfriend says its more of just a comfort thing”. Well, he is partially correct. But he is more wrong then correct. While it is a buffer to isolate vibrations and harshness from torque in the driveline, it also keeps your driveline in alignment with other components for optimum efficiency. When you have worn mounting components, it allows the driveline to move itself, rather than transfer the energy to the drive tires and then to the ground. All that shifting around is just wasted energy. That wasted energy on starting froward motion is a huge fuel loss. Along with it being inefficient it is unsafe. When they design vehicles, they assume the driveline will have certain characteristics for a collision that aren’t there when your driveline is ... read more