Automotive News & Information - Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair

It doesn't matter if you are driving a car or truck, jeep or SUV, a diesel 4x4 or a classic when those dash warning lights go off the first thing you do is think "how bad is it?" and "how much will it cost me?" followed quickly by "when was my last service visit?"!! Driving your vehicle longer safely is all about getting it serviced based on what your vehicle manual recommends and these warning lights are alerting you to a situation that requires your attention.

While not all warning lights are a sign that disaster is imminent, no warning indicator light should ever be ignored!

“Spark plug” is a word you are likely familiar with; it’s one of those car terms that you’ve heard your whole life. You know they’re important, you know sometimes they need to be changed. But how do you know when it’s time to replace them? What do they do, and where do they go wrong? Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City has the answers.

Your radiator hoses are under a lot of pressure, in both the figurative and literal sense. From Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, here’s what you need to know about the radiator hoses on your car, truck, or SUV.

Whether you drive a Chevy, Ford, or Ram diesel pickup, your engine is likely equipped with an injection pump. While injection pumps have been gradually phased out on modern engines, they are still an integral part of most diesel engine operations. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we specialize in maintenance and repair on Cummins, Duramax, and Powerstroke engines, including injection pumps.

Stress while driving is commonplace no matter where or when you’re driving. It’s very easy to become angry due to other drivers and even yourself, but it’s just as easy to avoid road rage and the stress altogether.

Making the call to get a new transmission can be difficult. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we’re here to help you make the right choice.

Sometimes it is EASY to see if your car or truck needs to come into our shop for professional repairs!
1. You see steam rising from the engine!
2. The Check Engine Light is on!
3. The engine starts, but there is an odor that is not right.
4. You hear grinding or thumping noises.

On a truck that travels hundreds of thousands of miles and is equipped with anywhere from four to eighteen tires, tire replacement is a concept you’re undoubtedly familiar with. For all your tire maintenance and replacement needs, Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City is the place to be.