Automotive News & Information - Elite Auto & Tire

You don’t have to buy a new, fuel-efficient car to get great fuel efficiency. No one wants to trade a fuel bill for a car payment, so take a look at our top 5 ways to save on fuel and you may just be able to pocket a little extra money at the end of the month.

At Elite Automotive LLC in Covington, 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:

Whether you drive a Chevy, Ram, or Ford diesel pickup, we have you covered. At Elite Automotive LLC in Covington, KY, we can do it all - and a big part of that is done by employing ASE certified technicians.

Your drive belts are simple but integral components to the function of your car, truck, or SUV. At Elite Automotive LLC in Covington, belts are one of the first things we assess when looking over a vehicle, as they alone are in charge of operating your AC, water pump, alternator, and power steering.

Your truck was built for work. Whether you drive a Ram, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, your truck was designed to endure, day in and day out. Nonetheless, eventually, there will come a time where your engine needs major repair - and you’ll have to make a decision on what to do next. At Elite Automotive LLC in Covington, KY, we’re here to help.

With AAA, roadside assistance, and the decreasing ability of people to fix and maintain their own vehicles, there are a lot of people on the road today who don’t know how to change a tire. Removing your wheel and replacing it with your spare may seem like a daunting task, but with this guide from Elite Automotive LLC in Covington, KY, you’ll have the knowledge you need when you find yourself in a bind.

Mechanic taking apart of an engine out from under the hood

An engine can last anywhere from 50 to 500,000 miles depending mostly on how well you maintain it. While some engines are certainly more reliable than others, all of them depend on maintenance to fulfill their greatest potential. Elite Automotive LLC in Covington, KY has provided for you some of the determining factors of engine lifespan, to help you make sure your engine lasts as long as it possibly can.

Windshield wipers are one of those things you never think about until you need them, and by then it’s too late. There’s a good chance you haven’t changed windshield wipers in a long time, so it might be a good idea to inspect them before rainy weather catches you off guard. Elite Automotive LLC in Covington, KY has compiled a few windshield wiper tips here for you.