Automotive Industry News & Information - Bowles Automotive

Transmission fluid leaks can often be a pain to track down. If you have a leaky transmission, Bowles Automotive in Mooresville has some information for you on what you can expect. We’ve repaired countless leaky transmissions, and now we’re here to share some of our knowledge with you.

The key to maintaining a healthy transmission is understanding how it works. Here’s the rundown on shifting your car, truck, or SUV into park before it stops, from the professional technicians at Bowles Automotive in Mooresville.

Many cars, particularly models produced between the 1970s and the 1990s, utilize cable clutch designs instead of hydraulics to operate the clutch. Here’s a brief explanation of clutch cable systems, from Bowles Automotive in Mooresville.

If you drive a car, truck, or SUV with a manual transmission, the pressure plate is an integral part of your vehicle. From Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, here’s what you need to know.

The term “overdrive” is one you are most likely familiar with. What is overdrive though, really, and why is it important? Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, NC has the answer.

Starter issues don’t necessarily indicate a bad starter; sometimes a transmission related issue is at fault. If you are experiencing starter difficulties, Bowles Automotive in Mooresville has the information you need.

If you drive a car, truck, or SUV with a manual transmission, you may have heard the term “pilot bearing” or “pilot bushing” before. At Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, we know that the first step to keeping your vehicle maintained is knowing something about how it works. Here’s some helpful information on the pilot bearing, and how to know if yours needs to be replaced.

If you drive a car with a manual transmission, you’ve undoubtedly been told that you’re supposed to downshift to slow down, instead of relying completely on the brakes. But what is the science behind that, and does it matter? Bowles Automotive in Mooresville explains.