Automotive Industry News & Information - BB Automotive

Routine maintenance keeps your fleet trucks safe on the road and protects you against unplanned trips to your local automotive shop! One thing a lot of people forget about is to have their coolant flushed. BB Automotive in Midland, TX will help you make sure your fleet vehicle is properly flushed every time!

Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from our team here at BB Automotive in Midland, TX.

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

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, BB Automotive in Midland, TX has your back.

At BB Automotive in Midland, TX, we see our fair share of warning lights and dashboard notifications. If your ABS light is illuminated, here’s what you need to know. First, it should be noted that the ABS light is supposed to illuminate for a few seconds after you turn the key, as part of a system test. If the light stays illuminated or comes on again randomly, there’s an issue somewhere that must be addressed.

Your drive belts run everything - your AC, power steering, alternator, and water pump are all dependent on the belts that turn them. At BB Automotive in Midland, our goal is to keep your truck maintained, so you’re never stuck out on the road. Drive belts are a critical part of that goal.

BB Automotive in Midland, TX services all kinds of trucks, regardless of weight class. From small trucks to semi’s, we’ve got you covered. For the sake of curiosity, however, what classifies a truck as light or heavy-duty?

Your turbocharger will work in essentially the same way, whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel pickup. While there are differences in designs and applications, turbos haven’t changed all that much over the past century. Now that you know what one is made of, we’ll look at how it works.