Automotive News & Information - Martin's Garage

Cheap Parts Don’t Cut It and Warranties Matter

At Martin's Garage in Shippensburg, PA, we’re in the business of quality. Quality work, quality parts, and quality service keep a business going. Here is a quick rundown on why it’s important to install components that will perform reliably, and keep you taken care of in the event that they don’t.

Your Guide to Tires - When to Replace and What to Replace Them With

Your tires are obviously important. However, it’s often underappreciated how much of a difference they make in the ride quality of your car, truck, or SUV, and what they can tell you about the condition of your vehicle. At Martin's Garage in Shippensburg, PA, we like to keep you well informed on what your vehicle is telling you, and how to keep it in good shape. Your tires have a lot to do with that.

Signs your engine is about to fail, and how to tell if it's time for a replacement

Is your engine on the way out? If it’s already kicked the bucket, then case closed - however, there are a number of other indicators that your engine is about to go, even if it’s still running at the moment. From Martin's Garage in Shippensburg, PA, here are some signs of trouble that predict an imminent engine failure is in the cards for your car, truck, or SUV.

Transmissions - the key to better fuel economy

There have been a lot of technological advancements, and breakthroughs in efficiency to make modern cars, trucks, and SUVs so much more fuel-efficient than their counterparts. While engine design certainly plays a huge role, automatic transmissions have come a long way as well, contributing greatly to the gas mileage of your vehicle. From Martin's Garage in Shippensburg, PA, here are some ways transmissions have changed to meet the demands of fuel efficiency.

Undercoating Your Truck - Why is it a Good Idea?

At Martin's Garage in Shippensburg, PA, we’re all for additions that make your trucks last longer and work better. Here’s some info on the benefits of undercoating, and why you might want to consider it for your truck.

It’s time to replace an engine...should you just replace the vehicle?

With all fleets and commercial vehicles, there comes a time you have to decide - do we fix this vehicle, or replace it? At Martin's Garage in Shippensburg, PA, we’re here to help you figure that out.

How Do I Fix My Manual Transmission Problem?

Manual transmissions are generally more reliable than automatic transmissions. They don’t have as many parts, aren’t as complex, and can take a lot more abuse. However, if an issue is allowed to persist, more and more damage to surrounding components on your manual transmission will occur. Martin's Garage in Shippensburg, PA can help you take care of your car as soon as you notice a problem.