Automotive News & Information - Royson's Automotive | Blythewood, Columbia, & Chapin, SC

Though transmissions are generally reliable, there are a great number of issues that can develop with one. From Royson's Automotive in Blythewood, Chapin, & Columbia, SC, here’s a general overview of the types of problems your transmission may develop, all of which we service and repair.

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At Royson's Automotive in Blythewood, Chapin, & Columbia, SC, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

Windshield wipers are one of those things you never think about until you need them, and by then it’s too late. There’s a good chance you haven’t changed windshield wipers in a long time, so it might be a good idea to inspect them before rainy weather catches you off guard. Royson's Automotive in Blythewood, Chapin, & Columbia, SC has compiled a few windshield wiper tips here for you.

At Royson's Automotive in Blythewood, Chapin, & Columbia, we know that in order to keep your car in good shape, it helps to know how it works. Here’s a quick rundown of a system that’s very important, but you take for granted until there’s a problem; your brakes.

The engine in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Royson's Automotive in Blythewood, Chapin, & Columbia, SC, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.

On gas engines, the fuel delivery system is pretty simple - an electric pump draws gas from the tank, and pushes it to the injectors. Diesel systems are a little more complex. At Royson's Automotive in Blythewood, Chapin, & Columbia, SC, we like to keep you informed about what’s on your truck, how it works, and how to maintain it, so you stay reliably on the road.

Your car’s radio and headlights, plus a slew of other important functions, are powered by an electrical current generated by your vehicle’s engine. A vital part of generating electricity is having a place to store it while it’s not being used. This is where your car battery comes into play. The battery of your vehicle holds electrical energy while the car is off in order to help the engine turn over and create a spark to start internal combustion. Without a working battery, your car will not be able to start. If you allow our team here at Royson's Automotive to perform proper maintenance, an average car battery can start your car reliably for roughly four years.

At Royson's Automotive in Blythewood, Chapin, & Columbia, 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. If your battery dies after your car, truck, or SUV sits for a few hours, the battery itself isn’t necessarily the problem. While having the battery tested is a good place to start, many people mistakenly make a bad battery diagnosis, when actually something in the electrical system is to blame.