Hugh's Riverside Automotive
620 Chelsea Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204 904.354.7425

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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: Aug 25, 2024

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 28, 2024

FL 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, 2023

Simple Answers from Hugh's Riverside Automotive in Jacksonville: 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: Feb 12, 2023

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Hugh's Riverside Automotive

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: Aug 07, 2022

Hugh's Riverside Automotive 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: Dec 11, 2020

Simple Answers from Hugh's Riverside Automotive in Jacksonville: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Jacksonville drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Hugh's Riverside Automotive Answer: ...
Published on: Aug 27, 2020

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: Apr 08, 2019