steering wheel

Good steering is an underrated and often neglected aspect of commercial truck driving. At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, we believe in making sure you have the best truck possible, whether you’re hauling something across town or across the country.

drive belt

Your drive belts are simple but integral components to the function of your car, truck, or SUV. At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, belts are one of the first things we assess when looking over a vehicle, as they alone are in charge of operating your AC, water pump, alternator, and power steering.

ABS light lit up on a dashboard

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you’re likely no stranger to dashboard warning lights. Increasingly, a common source of headache for many operators is the ABS, or Anti-lock Braking System light. Here’s what you need to know from Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC.

oil being poured into car

These days, it seems like the oil options for your oil changes are limitless - full synthetic, blends, conventional, high mileage, and the list goes on and on. We are frequently asked if it's okay to switch between oils, and how you know what is okay to use? At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC we're here to help you answer that question. When it comes to engine oil, the answer to this question can be as complicated or as simple as you want it to be!

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Does your clutch go flat, rendering your car useless until you fill the reservoir back up? Are you tired of the spongy feeling in your pedal, and the mess on your driveway? At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, we can fix that for you.

man changing a tire on side of roadIf you drive, you’re eventually going to have to deal with a flat tire. Flat tires often come at the most inconvenient times but knowing what to do and how to handle them will help you be comfortable when the need arises. So if you find yourself with a flat, here’s what to do next, from Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC.

What condition are your tires in? At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, SC, we want to make sure you can tell if your tires are in good condition or ready to be replaced. A simple visual inspection is all you need - it’s easy if you know what to look for. Our technicians have been trained to identify trouble before it hurts your vehicle, but they can also help you understand how to keep your eyes open for serious issues.

oil change

At Hipps Automotive in Simpsonville, we understand all too well the importance of changing your oil regularly. Three to five thousand miles sounds like a lot, but it doesn’t really take that long to rack them up. The busier you are, the more you probably drive, and the more likely you are to forget it’s time to change your oil. Here are some reasons to pay attention to your oil changes, and help you better understand why oil changes are so important.

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  • 24-Hour Dropoff
  • Acdelco
  • American Muscle
  • Asa
  • ASE
  • BF Goodrich
  • Bridgestone Firestone
  • Cooper Tires
  • Dunlop Tires
  • Fleet Services
  • Goodyear
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Hankook Tires
  • Kelly Tires
  • Michelin
  • MACS
  • Mastercraft
  • Motorcraft Parts
  • Oreilly
  • Radiator
  • Reese Hitches
  • Shuttle Service
  • Sumitomo Tires
  • Tires
  • Toyo
  • Uniroyal
  • 24 Month Warranty
  • Welding
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Hipps Automotive

904 NE Main St
Simpsonville, SC 29681
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