Automotive Industry News & Information - Kelley's Auto & Diesel Repair

We all love the sunshine but getting into that HOT car isn't always so wonderful even when you have a remote start it will take the breath out of you when the temperatures are soaring. Makes you want to pack your lunch instead of meeting friends for lunch! We decided that you should meet friends for lunch! So we got together and found some quick ideas for you. It isn't much but enjoy the sunshine on us here at Kelley's Auto & Diesel Repair here in Crestview! Call it our fun day fact!

Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At Kelley's Auto & Diesel Repair in Crestview, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

You’ve likely heard that diesel engines are ok to idle indefinitely, and that it’s even good for them. Where does this logic come from, and is it true? Kelley's Auto & Diesel Repair in Crestview, FL has the answers.

Small transmission problems can become big ones if not tended to in a timely manner. Your car, truck, or SUV has been shifting weird for a while now - does that mean it’s too late to do anything about it? Kelley's Auto & Diesel Repair in Crestview, FL has the answer.

Vehicle belts aren’t that different than the belts that hold up your trousers. They need to fit properly and stay in place, and if they break, sag, or wear out, you’ll probably wish you were wearing a different belt that day. The same goes for the belts in your car. Your engine compartment is a punishing environment, and while all auto belts are made of materials designed to be both flexible and tough, even the toughest materials will eventually wear out due to the extreme temperatures under the hood.

Fleet trucks, different models van and semi

While most fleet vehicles are chosen for their reliability, low maintenance, and durability, sometimes maintaining several of them at a time can become overwhelming. Let Kelley's Auto & Diesel Repair in Crestview, FL put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for any and all fleet vehicles.

The Turbo on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck is an integral component of your truck’s ability to perform. Turbos affect everything from power output to fuel mileage, allowing your pickup to reach its full potential in terms of power, torque, and efficiency. At Kelley's Auto & Diesel Repair in Crestview, FL, turbo knowledge is one of our specialties, because we understand the importance of quality turbo parts, replacements, and repair.

At Kelley's Auto & Diesel Repair in Crestview, we know an important part of your ability to care for your transmission lies in your knowledge about how it works. Here is some information on the tow button, if your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with one.