Hansen CARS
128 Sumner Ave. Ames, Iowa 50010 | (515) 232-4241

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Transmission Service: Smooth Shifting In

Let's suppose you're going to take some friends out on the boat for some water skiing on a beautiful area lake. Of course, you get the boat ready, but what about your tow vehicle?Think about it - hea...
Published on: Aug 25, 2024

Hansen CARS Tech Question on Your Transmission

Question My name is Suzanne.  We were taking a camping trip over a three-day weekend.  About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV.  It took all weekend to get...
Published on: Mar 23, 2021

Smooth Shifting In Ames

{{ image('MzI0') }} If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that IA vehicles are getting more and more powerful and at the same time are getting better and better fuel economy . Much of that'...
Published on: Jul 17, 2020

IA 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: Jun 29, 2020

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Hansen CARS

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: Jun 22, 2020

Why Ames Drivers Need To Change Their 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: Jun 12, 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: May 17, 2020

Simple Answers from Hansen CARS in Ames: 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: Oct 19, 2018