In our auto video today we’ll be talking with Alan Peterson about myths surrounding automotive maintenance. You can lump these myths into the statement that “modern cars are so reliable, they are virtually maintenance free”. Any good myth has some elements of truth. No offense to Minnesota Bigfoot fans, but this maintenance-free myth has more…
DetailsMost people in the Kennedy Transmission Brake & Auto Service area are aware that automotive manufacturers have recommended service intervals. Following recommended service intervals is very important. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety standards. Some of these standards are self-imposed and others, like…
DetailsRoad transportation is the most common means of getting from point A to point B in the U.S. So, it’s safe to say we’d all like to spend a little less on gas. With oil prices rising, paying for gas is the most expensive part of having a car. While electric cars and alternative fuels…
DetailsOne Minnesota automotive service issue that doesn’t get much attention is driveline service. Drivelines don’t get talked about very much around Minnesota, but they’re very important. First let’s define what the driveline is: Taking a small step back, the power plant is comprised of the engine and transmission. The driveline starts there and includes all…
DetailsHello Minnesota, let’s talk about brakes. Braking, as all North Dakota drivers know, is slowing or stopping your vehicle. As you can imagine, brakes are engineered to work well on a particular vehicle application. For example, you would expect more powerful brakes on a heavy-duty pickup that routinely hauls big loads and pulls trailers, than…
DetailsWe’ve all seen North Dakota car owners do crazy things while driving to or from Kennedy Transmission Brake & Auto Service. A guy shaving in the rear-view mirror, a woman applying makeup, people talking on their phones, texting or drinking from an enormous coffee mug. It’s a wonder we even dare drive on North Dakota…
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