Automotive Industry News & Information - Cecil's Automotive

All trucks, from a Chevy S-10, to the largest, heavy-duty trucks on the road, are classified into categories. Trucks are categorized by weight into classifications 1-9, and each grade comes with its own set of regulations and license requirements. Here’s a quick guide, from Cecil's Automotive in Collierville.

Cars driving on road with wipers and headlights on

True safety starts with being able to see where you are driving. Your lights and wipers play a major role in safe driving and the chance of an accident increases if you can't see or be seen. No matter what time of year, it's important to make sure your vehicle's lights and wipers are working properly so your visibility is not compromised and you can be seen by others. From the driver's seat, you may not notice a light that isn't working, but when a big rain comes it becomes easier to see what you are missing! When wet weather hits your roads is not the time for you to discover limited visibility problems. Here at Cecil's Automotive we take our Collierville drivers' safety seriously and inspect their vehicles when they come in for service.

At Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, we understand that big trucks mean bigger risk on the road. Here are some tips to remember, to reduce the likelihood of an accident resulting in large repair costs next time you're on the job.

Travelling can be difficult, and traveling can be fun. The difference usually comes down to how much preparation you do in advance, and how many unplanned obstacles you meet along the way. A great way to avoid setbacks, mishaps, and stressful situations is to make sure your car, truck, or SUV is ready to hit the road. Here are some important points to check before travelling, from Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS.

If you’ve ever been behind the wheel of a commercial truck, you already know that driving in reverse isn’t easy. At Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, most of the damage we see is a result of an accident which occurred in reverse.

Is your diesel having issues starting up? Do you hear a knocking noise? Is there blue colored smoke coming from your engine? Don't ingore the signs, those could all be signs of engine failure. One of the leading issues that lead to diesel engine failure is fuel contamination. Fuel contamination comes in different forms, but always has the same result - engine trouble and fuel system failures. Here’s what you need to know about fuel contamination with diesel trucks, from Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS.

Fleet operators know that a day’s work can burn through a lot of fuel. When it comes to multiple vehicles, even a slight change in the way vehicles are used can make a huge difference towards saving fuel, and money as a result. Whether you manage diesel trucks, fleet cars, or both, a little bit of effort can sometimes go a long way.Cecil's Automotive in Collierville, TN and Olive Branch, MS has a few tips you can use to keep fuel consumption low, that you may be interested in implementing throughout your fleet.

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