Automotive News & Information - Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC

The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to insure smooth, reliable operation. At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, create a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC we know how important tire maintenance is. Like the shoes on our feet, the tires and wheels on our cars protect us from direct contact with the ground. And like those shoes, we wear day in and day out, tires and wheels can rub, wear unevenly, and eventually fail to do their jobs.

Everyone has different habits when it comes to washing their vehicle. Many people see it as a purely cosmetic thing, so as long as their vehicle is running and driving right they don’t see a point in washing it all that often. In actuality, washing your vehicle is also an important aspect of maintenance and making a vehicle last. Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX has some vehicle washing tips for you, to keep your vehicle in shape for years to come.

With temperatures dropping around the country, it’s understandably tempting to let your car or SUV idle to stay warm. At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX, one of our goals is to keep you informed on how to best care for your performance and luxury vehicles.

One of the more annoying issues a car, truck, or SUV will develop is a grinding or scraping sound when you hit the brakes. What is it, and how do you make it stop? At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX we have the answer.

At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, we understand that your exhaust system is an essential aspect of your vehicle’s ride quality and performance. Our technicians are professionals in exhaust system replacement and repair, ensuring your car, truck, or SUV sounds great and keeps running smoothly.

We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetic. At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.

Everyone from mechanics, to your uncle that works on cars, has at some point given you advice concerning engine oil. The fact of the matter is that while we are familiar with words like “synthetic” and “oil weight,” many people don’t know exactly what the terminology means, or why common knowledge about oil exists in the form that it does. At Hillin's Auto Repair, LLC in San Antonio, TX, we keep things clear and simple. The more you know about your vehicle, the better equipped you are to keep it maintained, and we know a thing or two about vehicles. We have compiled a short list of common myths for you, most of which you’ve heard, but maybe never second guessed.