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Stress while driving is commonplace no matter where or when you’re driving. It’s very easy to become angry due to other drivers and even yourself, but it’s just as easy to avoid road rage and the stress altogether.

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Our goal at Hale's Automotive in Marion, IL is to provide you with the best transmission service possible. One way we do that is by helping you understand a little more about your transmission and the way it works. Knowledge about your vehicle and its systems allow you to catch problems when they arise and deal with them appropriately, saving you money and easing some of the stress of car ownership. You probably already know how to check your oil, and when to change it. Checking and maintaining transmission fluid is something people tend to understand far less about, however. Here’s what you need to know.

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Routine maintenance can lead us to discover all kinds of things you would think are obvious but as drivers with a routine, we simply get in and drive. We may think that if the lights come on and the car starts there are no issues, but at Hale's Automotive in Marion we know what to look for and when to ask questions.  When your vehicle is pulling to one side there are several possibilities.

Walter McFarland
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Hale's Automotive is the best car and truck repair facility in the Marion area. Hale's is the kind of business we all want and seldom see in the market: reasonable prices, high quality work and timeliness. These folks know what they are doing, stand behind their work, and deliver. Perhaps my highest compliment is that I trust them. If you need help with a car, truck, or RV, you can't do better than Hale's.
Charles D.
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High quality work, reasonable prices, and friendly efficient customer service. Highly recommended!

Coolant flushes are particularly important. No matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive, your cooling system is an essential aspect of maintaining the reliability of your vehicle.

At Hale's Automotive in Marion, IL, we understand that maintenance is the difference between a truck that makes it to the million-mile mark and a truck that doesn’t come close. Here are some tips to keep your truck in shape for many miles to come.

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At Hale's Automotive in Marion, we understand that your exhaust system is an essential aspect of your vehicle’s ride quality and performance. Our technicians are professionals in exhaust system replacement and repair, ensuring your car, truck, or SUV sounds great and keeps running smoothly.

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