Keating Automotive
2619 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518 203.288.0111

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Shifty Letters PRNDL (Transmission)

You probably figured out those shifty letters.  They're what you see on your automatic transmission shifter and stand for Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive and Low.  Your automatic transmission ...
Published on: Sep 01, 2024

Let’s Shift Gears (Transmission Fluid Replacement)

If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, you probably never think about gear shifting.  When motor vehicles were invented, all of them had to be shifted manually.  But that wond...
Published on: Feb 01, 2024

Simple Answers from Keating Automotive in Hamden: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Hamden drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Keating Automotive Answer: Next to your e...
Published on: Apr 15, 2022

Why You Need to Change Your Transmission Fluid

It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly ...
Published on: Aug 16, 2021

Smooth Shifting In Hamden

{{ image('MzI0') }} If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that CT vehicles are getting more and more powerful and at the same time are getting better and better fuel economy . Much of that'...
Published on: Jun 07, 2021

Transmission

Let’s talk transmissions.  Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time.  But like any other machine, they’ll eventually wear out and ne...
Published on: Jun 29, 2020

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Keating Automotive

Let’s suppose you’re going to take some friends out on the boat for some water skiing.  Of course, you get the boat ready, but what about your tow vehicle? Think about it – hea...
Published on: Dec 08, 2019

CT Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil

If you’re a quart low, there isn’t enough oil to lubricate your engine properly.  The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy. Same goes for dirty oil.  It doesn&rs...
Published on: Aug 29, 2019