Automotive Industry News & Information - Hipps Automotive

When a vehicle has trouble starting, many people initially blame the starter. What is the starter, and how do you know if yours has called it quits? At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, we want to keep you informed, and telling you what to look for will prevent further damage when issues arise. The starter is essentially just an electric motor; a gear at the end of that electric motor engages the flywheel, which turns the engine over, allowing it to start. How do you know if yours is failing?

Every car, truck, van, and SUV on the road today has headlights. However, you've probably noticed an increase in different types of headlights in more recent years - gone are the days where every vehicle on the road had the same bulb. Here is some information on headlights, from Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC.

Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has gone bad. At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC we want you to know what to look out for so that you can be safely on the road.

At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, the history of cars is a huge topic of interest to us. Here’s an interesting piece of automotive trivia, from us to you.

You’ve noticed an issue with your transmission, or you simply want to make sure the fluid is still at the correct level and looking good. But, you can’t seem to find the dipstick anywhere…what’s the deal? Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville is here to help!

There are multiple types of tires on the market for almost every car, truck, or SUV. Once you decide it's time to replace your tires, the choice can be overwhelming. The type of tire you want depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you drive. At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, our technicians have been trained to help you make that choice. Here’s a short rundown of common street tires that will suit your needs.

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the car. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

While keeping your car, truck, or SUV looking nice is important, there are other reasons to keep the exterior of your vehicle in good shape. From Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, here are some tips for keeping your car looking good, and how that keeps it reliably on the road.