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When your car, truck, or SUV is burning oil, it can be frustrating and costly. There are numerous reasons an engine will burn oil - these range from an altogether worn out engine to a simple part replacement. At R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA we want to keep you informed, here's what you need to know about why your engine might be burning oil.

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Transmission malfunctions are sometimes hard to pin down and might even go unnoticed. A transmission slip can manifest itself in a lot of different ways because there’s not a universal or consistent way to describe it. The trained technicians at R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA can help diagnose your problem. The more details you can provide, the quicker we can help. Since it will vary based on the vehicle, how bad the issue is, and what components are at fault, here are some symptoms to look for in your SUV.

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There’s a good chance you don’t know much about pistons or engine building, which is why you rely on the technicians at R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA when your vehicle has a problem. However, there’s some practical information regarding modern engine design that helps you better care for your vehicle, and keep it going strong. Here are some important aspects of modern piston design, and what it means for you.

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There are a few things that matter when mounting new tires on your vehicle. First, you want it done right. Second, you want it done fast. For both, R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA has you covered.

At some point or another, we’ve pretty much all dealt with a dead car battery. There’s a good chance you already know how to jump-start your car - if not, don’t worry! Here’s everything you need to know, from R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA.

Under the hood

You’ve decided to replace your engine - but what do you replace it with? There are a few different options out there, and R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA has the info you need.

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 R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA, 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!

Transmission

Once your transmission has been replaced and you’re shifting smoothly once more, you’ll probably want to keep it running smoothly. Here are some tips from R & D Automotive Specialists, Inc in Lacombe, LA to help keep you reliably on the road.

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