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Fuel economy isn't far from the minds of vehicle owners everywhere. Why can certain cars zip along at close to 40 mpg while others are lucky to get anywhere near 20? As it turns out, there are as many factors that go into how well your ride does at the pumps! Here are the 10 factors that have the greatest impact on fuel consumption.

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If your car, truck or SUV is experiencing major engine issues, the technicians at Owen Automotive in Oakland, TN have you covered. Do you hear the engine knocking when it decides to start? Is there smoke pouring from your truck’s exhaust pipe? Whether you’re burning oil, your engine is on its last leg, or has simply given up altogether, we can help. And if you’re not sure what you need, we can help with that too.

Jasper 5.4 stock engine

Has the day finally come to replace your engine? If your engine is tired, worn out, and problematic, we can help at Owen Automotive. First, let's take a look at remanufactured engines; what they are, what ‘remanufactured’ means and why they’re a great way to give your car a new life.

gear shift

Sometimes your car, truck, or SUV stops performing quite like it used to. At Owen Automotive in Oakland, we can fix that. A simple but common issue on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission is shifter bushing issues. Your shifter has a bushing on the end of it, where it connects to the actual transmission. Its purpose is to provide tight, smooth shifting. 

transmission fluid

You’ve probably heard the term “transmission flush” before at some point in your automotive experience. But what exactly does it mean to have your transmission flushed, and why does it matter? Owen Automotive in Oakland, TN has the answers.

transmission

Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Owen Automotive in Oakland has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?

dipstick on car

When it comes to transmissions, your fluid level is essential. Too much or too little fluid can affect pressure, cooling abilities, and lubrication. In order to best care for your vehicle, it's important to know what to look for, so from our shop here at Owen Automotive here are a few tips. 

mechanic working on vehicle

Is your car, truck, or SUV experiencing transmission failure? At Owen Automotive in Oakland, TN, we’re here to help. You have a variety of options as to how to handle your failed transmission and knowing your options will help you to make an informed decision.

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