Automotive Industry News & Information - Schaeffer Automotive

At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we’ve witnessed our fair share of burnt out and broken clutches. While clutch failure is an inevitability, there are a variety of ways to make sure yours lasts as long as possible.

Whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel, your truck is a complex piece of equipment. Emissions systems, fuel systems, and systems you’ve probably never heard of all work together to keep your truck going strong. Sometimes, however, a warning light will pop up on your dash, and leave you wondering what’s going on. From ABS to Check Engine Lights, Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN has you covered.

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Good steering is an underrated, and often neglected aspect of driving. At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we believe in making sure you have the best vehicle possible, whether you’re driving across town or traveling long distance.

At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, we understand that safety and driving comfort are largely dependent on truck maintenance. Driving in the rain can be a hassle, especially if your vehicle isn’t prepared.

There comes a time in the life of every fleet vehicle or commercial truck when you have to decide - is it time to retire that truck or van, or should you put the money into fixing it? At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we’re here to help.

Tires may be the only part of a vehicle that physically meets the road, but your shock absorbers are next in line. Working with the suspension springs, they absorb shocks from bumps and cracks in the road, while simultaneously controlling bounce and body roll.

If you operate a fleet or commercial trucks, you’re no stranger to the check engine light. There are probably vehicles in your fleet right now that have a warning light or two illuminated on the dash. What do they mean, and how do you make them go away? Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN has the answers.

At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, we see a lot of dirty filters. Oil filters typically get replaced with each oil change, but air, fuel, and cabin filters last a long time. As such, they are often neglected until well after they’ve run their course. Here’s why you should care: