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The transmission in your truck works harder than any other on the road. A fully loaded semi weighs about 40 times as much as a normal passenger vehicle, and racks up twice the mileage. As such, it’s essential to keep your transmission in good shape and regularly maintenanced. Fortunately, Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City has you covered.

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the car. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we know that hearing you need a new transmission is a dreaded affair. Here’s some advice from the transmission experts on how to prevent that day from coming.

If your vehicle breaks down and you have to be towed make sure you are aware of proper steps to protect your vehicle's transmission. The vehicle’s configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From the professionals at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, here’s how to tow your vehicle:

People idle their vehicles for a variety of reasons - to warm it up on cool days and to keep it cool on warm days. But what does idling mean for your transmission? Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO has the answers.

While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.

Tire pressure may seem innocuous enough, but at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, we know how much of a difference correct tire pressure makes. Tire pressure checks are just one of many regular service items we check when you bring your truck in for servicing, but it’s one that’s more important than you might think.

It makes sense that a car that is rarely driven will last longer, right? It may seem counterintuitive, but that isn’t necessarily the case. Vehicles are meant to be driven, and various issues can arise if they aren’t stored properly or driven fairly regularly. If you have a car, truck, or SUV that you only drive occasionally, in the summer, to car shows, etc., this one is for you. Here’s what you need to know, from Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO.