At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, we know that the difference between a vehicle that runs for 80,000 miles and a vehicle that makes it to 400,000 miles depends on one thing; maintenance. Here are a few tips to avoid some of the most notorious vehicle killers out there.

Stress while driving is commonplace no matter where or when you’re driving. It’s very easy to become angry due to other drivers and even yourself, but it’s just as easy to avoid road rage and the stress altogether.

Whether we’re talking about your engine, transmission, differential, suspension, or otherwise, correct specifications are necessary to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliable, drivable, and running smoothly. From our team here at Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, here’s what you need to know.

While most fleet vehicles are chosen for their reliability, low maintenance, and durability, sometimes maintaining several of them at a time can become overwhelming. Just keeping up with the maintenance schedule alone is a task and then to ensure you keep your scheduled routes for those fleet vehicles is another task in itself. Let Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for any and all fleet vehicles. We will take the stress from your business fleet program and get your fleet trucks and fleet cars running at optimum performance with a routine that works for your business that often REDUCES costs!

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, we know how annoying a dead battery can be. Here’s some information on the subject, that will hopefully help you understand your battery issues a little better.

Your radiator hoses are under a lot of pressure, in both the figurative and literal sense. From Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, here’s what you need to know about the radiator hoses on your car, truck, or SUV.

Coolant flushes are an important maintenance procedure, necessary for keeping your truck reliably on the road. At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, we know that coolant flushes are a key aspect of preventative maintenance that goes a long way.

You know Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake is here to assist you with all your Chevy, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup service needs. Sometimes, however, your trailer needs some attention too. Luckily, we’ll take care of that.

Transmission work is a world of precision and attention to detail. Transmission specialists, like the technicians at Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, chose to specialize in transmission work partly because they have a knack for both. It’s just one of the things that make us the best in the business.

On a truck that travels hundreds of thousands of miles and is equipped with anywhere from four to eighteen tires, tire replacement is a concept you’re undoubtedly familiar with. For all your tire maintenance and replacement needs, Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake is the place to be.

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

Fuel Systems are particularly important on diesel trucks, whether you drive a Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup. At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, fuel system maintenance and repair is a service we prioritize, since we know how essential a reliable fuel system is.

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, we like to offer a little insight from time to time. Here are some quick tips to unlocking the secret of keeping a transmission going strong.

At Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, we know how annoying little quirks and issues can be. A common problem vehicles experience is a cooling fan that doesn’t kick on and off when it’s supposed to. While a fan that won’t kick off is far less troubling than a fan that won’t turn on, it’s still a problem that needs to be fixed for a variety of reasons. Here’s why, and what you should do.

Road trips are a lot of fun, and often unpredictable. For all the miles you will be driving we always recommend preparing for any situation. With this checklist from Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, you’ll be prepared for whatever comes your way.

Looking for the best auto service in town? Why stop there? At Taylor Automotive Service, we're not only home to the best service you'll find here in Chesapeake, VA, but the best you'll find - anywhere. 

There seems to be a common misconception among many that if you have an aftermarket/extended warranty, that your car, truck, SUV, or Jeep must be taken to a dealership. This is not true. Non-dealership / Independent Automotive repair shops like ours here at Taylor Automotive Service can service and repair your new or under warranty/extended warranty. As a positive, at our shop, you can get fast service and work with highly trained technicians! We'd love to take care of your vehicle for you and can do so right here at our automotive shop. Repairs by highly rated and trained automotive technicians with dealer rated diagnostic tools, at better pricing by a shop that knows you!

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 Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake, VA, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

We’ve all been here: You start up your vehicle in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. Before your hand reaches the volume dial on the stereo to crank up your favorite morning radio duo, you hear a noise coming from your car. A vehicle shouldn’t make that noise, yet yours is. And it sounds bad. But is it?

“Spark plug” is a word you are likely familiar with; it’s one of those car terms that you’ve heard your whole life. You know they’re important, you know sometimes they need to be changed. But how do you know when it’s time to replace them? What do they do, and where do they go wrong? Taylor Automotive Service in Chesapeake has the answers.