Automotive News & Information - K & K Automotive

Trucks aren’t like cars...your average personal vehicle usually holds about 5 quarts of oil, and you are supposed to change it every 3-5k miles. However, the same logic doesn’t apply to large trucks. At K & K Automotive in Frederick, MD, we know how important proper oil changes and diagnostics are to keep your truck on the road, for hundreds of thousands of miles. Here’s what you need to know:

Automotive windows are one of those things that you take for granted, until something goes wrong. One of the more irritating issues a window can develop, is dislocating from its track while attempting to roll it up or down. Why does this happen, and how do you fix it? At K & K Automotive in Frederick, MD, we’ve got answers to your questions and solutions to your problems.

The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to ensure smooth, reliable operation. At K & K Automotive in Frederick, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, creates a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

Though transmissions are generally reliable, there are a great number of issues that can develop with one. From K & K Automotive in Frederick, MD, here’s a general overview of the types of problems your transmission may develop, all of which we service and repair.

Your car’s radio and headlights, plus a slew of other important functions, are powered by an electrical current generated by your vehicle’s engine. A vital part of generating electricity is having a place to store it while it’s not being used. This is where your car battery comes into play. The battery of your vehicle holds electrical energy while the car is off in order to help the engine turn over and create a spark to start internal combustion. Without a working battery, your car will not be able to start. If you allow our team here at K & K Automotive to perform proper maintenance, an average car battery can start your car reliably for roughly four years.

At K & K Automotive in Frederick, 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.

These days, it seems like the oil options for your oil changes are limitless - full synthetic, blends, conventional, high mileage, and the list goes on and on. We are frequently asked if it's okay to switch between oils, and how do you know what is okay to use? At K & K Automotive in Frederick, MD we're here to help you answer that question. When it comes to engine oil, the answer to this question can be as complicated or as simple as you want it to be!

Looking for the best auto service in town? Why stop there? At K & K Automotive, we're not only home to the best service you'll find here in Frederick, MD, but the best you'll find - anywhere.