BEAR AUTO REPAIR

Springtime is upon us. The weather is warming up, flowers are blooming and the birds are chirping after a chilly Northern Delaware winter. Now is a great time to take care of some much needed automotive maintenance tasks. You may be ready to do more driving in the spring and summer, so it's smart to get your vehicle ready for the months ahead. Here are some tips from Fox Run Auto: 1. Take Care of the Basics Of course, you should make sure your vehicle's basic needs are taken care of first. Check the oil under your hood. If the level is low or the oil is dark and dirty, you are probably overdue for an oil change. You may also want to check your transmission fluid and radiator coolant while you are at it. It may be time to replace your windshield wipers, tires or anything else that is getting worn out after the winter season. ... read more

Happy St. Patrick's Day from the entire team at Fox Run Auto! If you ever need automotive maintenance or repair services, we're always here to help. You might even say we've got all your auto care needs "clovered." Service First All puns aside, we are committed to the highest standards of customer service. It has been the cornerstone of our business for over 25 years. People know they can count on us to provide honest advice and quality work. From our service advisors in the office to our expert repair technicians in the shop, we make sure you and your vehicle are taken care of every step of the way.  Feel free to check out some of our recent customer reviews to see what people are saying about Fox Run Auto. If you have recently visited our shop yourself, we'd love to hear your feedback. You can write a review on our Reviews page or post ... read more

Shaniqua needed new tires for her car, so she went to Fox Run Auto. She had been to our shop for automotive work in the past, so she felt comfortable trusting our team with her tire replacement. "This was my second time doing business here and my experience was just as wonderful as the first experience!" Shaniqua says. "Customer service here is top notch." Shaniqua had to drop her car off at our shop and then get to work. We knew the repair technicians were extra busy that day and we may not get to her tire replacement until the following morning. Our Service Advisor let Shaniqua know the timeline and was able to set her up with a loaner car for the day. That way, she could get to work and not have any transportation worries until her car was ready. Customer service is always our top priority at Fox Run Auto ... read more

An oil change is the most important maintenance service for your car. Motor oil is the lifeblood of your engine. It provides vital lubrication for fast-moving parts inside the motor. If the engine oil is old, it won't work as well. If the oil level is low, it will cause significant problems that could lead to major engine damage. This is why the oil and oil filter need to be replaced periodically to keep your vehicle healthy. Many of us depend on our mechanic and/or our car's computer system to tell us when each next oil change is due. You may have a little sticker on your windshield with the mileage for your next service, which is usually 5,000-6,000 miles from your previous oil change. For some older cars, that interval may be only 3,000 miles. For some modern vehicles, it may be as high as 10,000 miles between services. However, it's important to understand that mileage isn't everything. You may ne ... read more

We've all heard the term breaking in new shoes, so it may have you wondering, "Do I need to do the same for a brand new car?" For those of you who are starting off the year with a new car, you're probably very protective of your investment. Though your vehicle probably doesn't need any major maintenance items quite yet, there are three things you should know when "breaking in" your new car. Avoid Harsh Acceleration With a new whip, you're probably tempted to floor it every time you get behind the wheel. Unfortunately, that's not a healthy practice, no matter how new your car is. Aggressive acceleration, especially upon engine startup, can be extremely harmful as it doesn't give time for the engine to warm up. Instead, take it easy to reduce strain on your motor. Avoid Excessive Braking On the other hand, you should also be cautious about how you brake. New brake pads need at least a couple hundred miles of wear-in to sit against the rotor ... read more