Automotive News & Information - Woody's Automotive

Keeping track of maintenance done on your fleet vehicles and commercial trucks is one of the most important aspects of fleet management. At Woody's Automotive in Wichita, KS, we track maintenance and repairs for a number of reasons. Here’s why:

No matter what you drive, compression is important. On fleet and commercial diesel engines, it’s essential. At Woody's Automotive in Wichita, KS, we have the knowledge and ability you need to keep your fleet on the road and running strong.

Fuel economy isn't far from the minds of vehicle owners everywhere. Why can certain cars zip along at close to 40 mpg while others are lucky to get anywhere near 20? As it turns out, there are as many factors that go into how well your ride does at the pumps! Here are the 10 factors that have the greatest impact on fuel consumption.

It is often the last thing you check and statistically, most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at Woody's Automotive in Wichita, KS, we know where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability, and braking. Because of this, sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs when operating at high speeds. We thought it important to share the real facts about tires for our area drivers.

At Woody's Automotive in Wichita, the history of cars is a huge topic of interest to us. Here’s an interesting piece of automotive trivia, from us to you.

Chances are you don’t pay much attention to your vehicle’s battery until it dies, when you get to perform the dreary dual task of waiting for a jump while simultaneously calling for an appointment to get a new battery fitted. Of course, that’s if you’re sure it’s the battery that’s dead in the first place. The only way to be certain is to take it in to be tested. However, it generally helps to know the health of your vehicle battery prior to finding yourself stranded.

air pressure guage with mechanic putting air in tires

Good tire maintenance is important. At Woody's Automotive in Wichita, we know how to make tires last, and why it’s important to service them regularly. An easy and effective aspect of tire maintenance is correct air pressure; here’s what you need to know.

With fleet trucks and large diesels, one issue plagues them more than any other; neglected maintenance or repair. At Woody's Automotive in Wichita, KS, we can take care of your entire fleet, no matter how big or small, making sure it stays on the road for years to come.