Once your diesel truck is back on the road, you’ll definitely want to keep it running strong. At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, we’ve got you covered.

Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, there will come a day when you have to ask the question - has the time come to get a new truck? Knowing when to throw in the towel or decide to keep the vehicle you have can be a difficult task. Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN is here to help you decide.

Once you’ve got your new tires installed on your diesel truck, you’ll want to keep them in good shape. Tires aren’t difficult to maintain, and maintaining them correctly will dramatically increase their longevity. Inspection and maintenance are the two key components to making sure they last.

Electrical issues in a vehicle have always been difficult to track down; with the complexity of modern vehicles ever-increasing, sometimes it can seem nearly impossible. Fortunately, at Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, our team of expert technicians is well trained and perfectly equipped to track down and repair even the most evasive issues in your Ford, Dodge, or Chevy diesel pickup.

The turbo on your diesel pickup is a precision engineered component. As a result, proper maintenance is essential to keeping it going strong. At tens or even hundreds of thousands of RPM, keeping everything in good shape is absolutely necessary. Fortunately, turbos don’t really require any special maintenance - they just make the maintenance you do all the more important.

You have determined your Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke engine needs to be replaced. You might be on the fence about whether you should replace the engine in your diesel, or just get a new truck. At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, we’re here to help.

Once you’ve settled on an engine, the last thing you want to do is cut corners on the final steps. At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, we understand the importance of your investment.

Oil changes are integral to the performance, longevity, and reliability of your diesel truck. At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, our expert mechanics understand the importance of good quality oil, changed at correct intervals, in allowing you to get the most out of your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax diesel.

Here at Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson we often do diagnostics and sometimes the problem is obvious after hooking the car up to the computer and reading the codes.  However, sometimes it isn't obvious during a test drive or after hooking it up to all those computer programs!  You know there is a problem and a Check Engine Light is on with the fleet customer telling you the car has been having issues starting and the light has been going off and on depending on several factors.  No pattern, no simple answer but the problem becomes obvious when you start following the "threads of the issue" thanks to all that ASE Technician training.

Are the tires on your diesel truck any good? At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, we want you to be able to spot the difference between a good tire and one that needs to be replaced. Here’s a quick guide on what to watch out for.

Now that you know why your turbo is necessary, you’ll want to know what the turbocharger is made of. Turbos are intricate and precise components, but not actually all that complicated or difficult to understand. Here’s a rundown on the parts of a turbocharger, from Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN.

Whether you drive a Chevy, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck, there are a variety of options out there for a replacement engine. Depending on your truck's worth, it may depend on the type of engine and the amount of money you want to put into it. You can purchase a used, rebuilt, remanufactured, or even new diesel engine to replace your old. At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, we’re here to help you choose the right one. 

Diesel trucks are known for their incredibly reliable engines. At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, we know that the key to a reliable engine is good maintenance. In fleet trucks, the difference between a truck that lasts a million miles and a truck that needs new engine hinges on how well it has been maintained.

Whether you drive a Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke diesel truck, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with turbochargers. Over the past couple of decades, turbos have nearly become stock equipment on diesel pickups, and are becoming increasingly common on gas vehicles as well. But what are they, how do they work, and why are they there? Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN has the answers.

Vacuum pressure plays a critical role in keeping your engine running smooth, and performing it’s best. From Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, here’s some info on vacuum pressure, why you need it, and how to tell if you’ve got a vacuum leak.

Leaks and drips that get the interior of your vehicle wet are definitely an inconvenience. Sitting water promotes rust, bad smells, and can ruin your carpet. Furthermore, the water often seems to come from seemingly nowhere, adding to the frustration. From Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, here are some of the leading causes of water on your floor, and what you can do about it.

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

Modern vehicles are becoming increasingly complex, and as a result, computer diagnostic systems are becoming a necessity rather than a convenience. At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, our state of the art technology and trained technicians are ready to diagnose any transmission issue you may be experiencing with your car, truck, or SUV.

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. So how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? At Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN, we have the answers.

If your brake lights are giving you trouble, it’s something you want to get fixed. It’s a safety hazard, and you might also get a ticket out of it. Why aren’t they working, and what can you do about it? Dennis Mitchell's Automotive in Jackson, TN has the answers.