Automotive Industry News & Information - Ray & Roy's Repair, Inc.

Fuel economy isn't far from the minds of vehicle owners everywhere. Why can certain cars zip along at close to 40 mpg while others are lucky to get anywhere near 20? As it turns out, there are as many factors that go into how well your ride does at the pumps! Here are the 10 factors that have the greatest impact on fuel consumption.

Chances are you don’t pay much attention to your vehicle’s battery until it dies, when you get to perform the dreary dual task of waiting for a jump while simultaneously calling for an appointment to get a new battery fitted. Of course, that’s if you’re sure it’s the battery that’s dead in the first place. The only way to be certain is to take it in to be tested. However, it generally helps to know the health of your vehicle battery prior to finding yourself stranded.

The transmission in your truck works harder than any other on the road. A fully loaded semi weighs about 40 times as much as a normal passenger vehicle, and racks up twice the mileage. As such, it’s essential to keep your transmission in good shape and regularly maintenanced. Fortunately, Ray & Roy's Repair, Inc. in Spokane has you covered.

If you drive a vehicle with a manual transmission, you know that clutch replacement can be an expensive and time-consuming job. Ray & Roy's Repair, Inc. in Spokane has some tips to keep your clutch replacements as infrequent as possible.

At Ray & Roy's Repair, Inc. in Spokane, transmissions are our game, and taking care of them is at the top of our list of priorities. Here are 5 things you can do to take care of your transmission, from the pros:

In the market for a new car, truck, or SUV? Used cars aren’t always what they seem; here’s some advice from Ray & Roy's Repair, Inc. in Spokane to make sure you get the used car of your dreams.

Tire pressure may seem innocuous enough, but at Ray & Roy's Repair, Inc. in Spokane, we know how much of a difference correct tire pressure makes. Tire pressure checks are just one of many regular service items we check when you bring your truck in for servicing, but it’s one that’s more important than you might think.

One of the more annoying issues a car, truck, or SUV will develop is a grinding or scraping sound when you hit the brakes. What is it, and how do you make it stop? At Ray & Roy's Repair, Inc. in Spokane, WA we have the answer.