Automotive Industry News & Information - Frank May Garage

For the first several decades of automotive history, transmissions weren’t reliant on electronics for operation. Today, that simply isn’t the case. At Frank May Garage in Akron, OH, we have the knowledge and equipment necessary to take care of even the most complex transmissions, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

“Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At Frank May Garage in Akron, OH, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

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? Frank May Garage in Akron, OH has the answers.

At Frank May Garage in Akron, OH, we aren’t just in the business of fixing or maintaining your transmission. We’re here to help you make customizations and improvements as well.

Like anything else on your vehicle, keeping various systems clean and in good shape is essential to long life and reliability. Your fuel system is especially important - parts are expensive, problems can be difficult to diagnose, and it doesn’t take much contamination to cause a huge issue. It’s much easier to keep your fuel system clean than it is to clean a dirty or problematic system. Performing regular fuel treatment can prove very beneficial to the life of your vehicle.

Brakes are one of the most important components of your vehicle. You need the confidence of knowing that when you press your foot to the brake, your vehicle is going to stop. That's why it's important to keep these tips in mind to help keep your brakes functioning properly. Schedule an appointment with us at Frank May Garage for a brake service checkup today!

Automatic transmissions are, to many, a mysterious aspect of automotive mechanics. Torque converters, on the same hand, are a mystery shrouded within a mystery. Here’s a basic rundown of how torque converters work, and how to know if yours is failing, from Frank May Garage in Akron, OH.

At Frank May Garage in Akron, OH, transmission maintenance and repair is our specialty. Here’s some information on your transmission pump - what it does, and how to know if yours needs to be replaced.