Automotive News & Information - Whitey's Truck Center

Everyone from mechanics, to your uncle that works on cars, has at some point given you advice concerning engine oil. The fact of the matter is that while we are familiar with words like “synthetic” and “oil weight,” many people don’t know exactly what the terminology means, or why common knowledge about oil exists in the form that it does. At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, we keep things clear and simple. The more you know about your vehicle, the better equipped you are to keep it maintained, and we know a thing or two about vehicles. We have compiled a short list of common myths for you, most of which you’ve heard, but maybe never second guessed.

At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, we have seen our fair share of preventable engine failures. Frequently, engine disaster could have been avoided if the driver had known beforehand what the warning lights or gauges on the dashboard indicated. While some dash lights are fairly benign, others indicate imminent trouble. This guide from Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR will prepare you for the next time your vehicle shows you a warning you shouldn’t ignore.

Once you’ve settled on an engine, the last thing you want to do is cut corners on the final steps. At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, we understand the importance of your investment.

If your car, truck or SUV is experiencing major engine issues, the technicians at Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR have you covered. You hear the engine knocking when it decides to start? Is there smoke pouring from your truck’s exhaust pipe? Whether you’re burning oil, your engine is on it’s last leg or has simply given up altogether, we can help. And if you’re not sure what you need, we can help with that too.

At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, we know that transmissions are witchcraft to most people. More often than not, if major damage has occurred, it’s a lot more time and cost-effective to just replace the entire unit and get a fresh start. Our trained technicians at Whitey's Truck Center want to keep you informed so you are aware of what to look out for.

No matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive, maintenance is the key to giving your engine a long life. At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, we focus on keeping your engine running strong.

Mechanic working on the brakes of a truck

Brake pads are important - you don’t need them to go, but you do need them to stop. At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, AR, we like to keep your vehicle stopping exactly as it should - it’s less dangerous, and it keeps insurance premiums low. So, how do you know if your brake pads are going bad? How do they work? What even are they? We’ve got the answers!

At Whitey's Truck Center in Little Rock, reliable trucking is our main concern. From oil changes to engine rebuilds, our expert mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your rig on the road, and performing its best. We also believe that driver knowledge is key to achieving this goal; in pursuit of that, here’s some information on a simple but important part of your truck, the tie rod.