Hansen's Auto Care
3402 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807 218.723.8236

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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: Feb 16, 2025

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 17, 2024

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: May 13, 2023

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: Nov 27, 2021

Simple Answers from Hansen's Auto Care in Duluth: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Duluth drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Hansen's Auto Care Answer: Next to your e...
Published on: Dec 21, 2020

Transmission

Let's talk about your transmission.Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time for most drivers. But like any other machine, they'll eventually wear out and...
Published on: Mar 27, 2020

Simple Answers from Hansen's Auto Care in Duluth: Transmission Service

Question My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair.  How can I avoid transmission trouble? Answer Next to your engine, your transmission is the most expensive component in your v...
Published on: Nov 05, 2018

MN 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: Apr 28, 2016