Automotive Industry News & Information - Whitey's Truck Center

Auxiliary transmission coolers are one of many ways the aftermarket can improve the quality and durability of your vehicle. From Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, here’s some information concerning auxiliary coolers, why you might need one, and what it can do for you.

At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, we know how annoying a dead battery can be. Here’s some information on the subject, that will hopefully help you understand your battery issues a little better.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

Have you ever noticed your dashboard ABS icon lit up? If you have it means there is an issue that needs to be diagnosed, ABS issues don’t need to be ignored long. The anti-lock braking system, or ABS, is an important feature on every modern car, truck, or SUV. It has been legally mandated since 2013 in the US but was standard on almost every vehicle even prior to that. Here’s what you need to know to make sure your ABS system doesn’t fail, from Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR.

Obviously, the dirtier your fuel system is, the bigger the improvement you will see in performance and fuel economy after a fuel system cleaning. But it is important not to wait until your system is running poorly. If you do, by the time you get a cleaning, you’ve wasted hundreds of dollars in gas or even possibly damaged your fuel injectors and catalytic converter.

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Leaky transmissions can be a pain. Not only do they make a mess on the underside of your car, and in your driveway, but the transmission fluid is expensive and inconvenient to deal with. At from Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR we want you to be an informed driver so here’s some information about where transmission leaks start, and how to end them.

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The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to ensure smooth, reliable operation. At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, 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, creates a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

Vacuum pressure plays a critical role in keeping your engine running smooth, and performing it’s best. From Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, here’s some info on vacuum pressure, why you need it, and how to tell if you’ve got a vacuum leak.