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At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, our objective is to keep your diesel truck on the road, where it belongs. Whether it’s maintenance, repair, or information that keeps you from needing a repair, we do our best to keep you informed on how to best take care of your diesel truck. Cavitation is a leading killer of diesel engines. It’s an interesting process, albeit an expensive one if your diesel engine is a victim of cavitation. From our team here at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair, here's what you should look out for:

You’ve heard the term “slipping transmission” before, and you know it’s nothing good. What exactly does a transmission slip feel like, and how much of a problem is it if your transmission is slipping? At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, our expert technicians have diagnosed and repaired every type of transmission issue in the book. Here’s a short explanation of transmission slippage, and what action you should take to get rid of it.

Fleet trucks, different models van and semi

While most fleet vehicles are chosen for their reliability, low maintenance, and durability, sometimes maintaining several of them at a time can become overwhelming. Let Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for any and all fleet vehicles.

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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.

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It isn’t easy keeping your fleet or commercial trucks up and running. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we’re here to help. Fleet and commercial vehicles log a lot of miles, and a lot of hours - as a result, even the most reliable components need to be serviced occasionally. On an ordinary diesel, an injection pump may last the entire life of the engine itself. On vehicles that work harder than anything else on the road, this isn’t always the case. 

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Tires are what keeps your vehicle rolling, literally. Many people have found that shopping for tires is overwhelming because there are just so many choices. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair, we want to break it down for you so that it's easier to understand. There are four main categories of tires, and the right ones for you will depend on the kind of driving you do. Let's talk more about that! 

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At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, 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.

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At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, we know that transmissions are one of the greatest technological marvels of the automotive world. How does a standard shift transmission work? Why should you care? Our expert technicians here at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City have the answers.

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