Automotive News & Information - Creekside Automotive

Here at Creekside Automotive in Rowlett we often do diagnostics and sometimes the problem is obvious after hooking the car up to the computer and reading the codes. However, sometimes it isn't obvious during a test drive or after hooking it up to all those computer programs! You know there is a problem and a Check Engine Light is on with the fleet customer telling you the car has been having issues starting and the light has been going off and on depending on several factors. No pattern, no simple answer but the problem becomes obvious when you start following the "threads of the issue" thanks to all that ASE Technician training.

Sometimes it is EASY to see if your car or truck needs to come into our shop for professional repairs!
1. You see steam rising from the engine!
2. The Check Engine Light is on!
3. The engine starts, but there is an odor that is not right.
4. You hear grinding or thumping noises.

Your vehicle configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From the professionals at Creekside Automotive in Rowlett, TX, here’s how to tow your vehicle:

It doesn't matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive, your tires are important. You probably know it’s time for a new set when the tread gets low - but how do you know if something else is wrong? Creekside Automotive in Rowlett, TX explains.

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

Gear shift in car with manual transmission

By now, it’s likely you’ve heard someone claim “manuals get better gas mileage than automatics.” While in the past this has certainly been true – driving an automatic was truly a sacrifice, dramatically affecting acceleration, reliability, and gas mileage – is it still the case in the modern era? Creekside Automotive in Rowlett, TX has the answers.

man broke down on side of road with car hood up

At Creekside Automotive in Rowlett, TX, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

No matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive, maintenance is the key to giving your engine long life. At Creekside Automotive in Rowlett, TX, we focus on keeping your engine running strong.