540-659-5600 | 60 Doc Stone Road Stafford, VA 22556
Auto, Truck, Diesel, 4x4 Maintenance Services
Progressive Automotive & Tire in has two convenient locations in Stafford and Fredericksburg and is a full-service preventative
maintenance and auto repair center, providing comprehensive car care services
for your domestic or import vehicle to keep it running at full power. For
questions, contact us at 540-659-5600 to reach our Stafford location,
540-654-5383 to reach our Fredericksburg location, or send
us an email, and our experts will help determine what needs to be done.
Our basic auto maintenance services include:
Belts
A fan belt, also known as a drive belt, is the belt connecting your car's engine to the front mounted accessories. The belt rotates the alternator, AC compressor, and other accessories. Sooner or later, your vehicle's fan belts will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Progressive Automotive & Tire for all your vehicle's repair needs.
You not only have to get the belts replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the belts replaced by auto cooling and heating experts - and get your car driving right - visit Progressive Automotive & Tire today. The mechanics at Progressive Automotive & Tire will thoroughly inspect your car's belts; replace all worn belts; and adjust the installed belts.
Check Engine Light
No one likes to see their car's "Check Engine" light come on. The light could mean a costly problem, like a bad catalytic converter, or it could be something minor, like a loose gas cap. At Progressive Automotive & Tire, we diagnose the problem for you. Give our Stafford location a call at 540-659-5600, reach our Fredericksburg location at 540-654-5383, or stop by one of the shops for our expert assistance.
Diesel
Although diesel engines don't require tune-ups and tend to last longer than gasoline engines, they do require regular maintenance. Typical maintenance tasks include:
- Changing the oil & filter
- Changing the air filter
- Changing the fuel filter
- Bleeding the fuel system
- Draining the water separators
- Refilling the urea injection system
You can count on the experts at Progressive Automotive & Tire to help your diesel engine last a long time.
Factory Recommended Service/Maintenance
Automotive and auto parts are accompanied by a factory-recommended service and maintenance schedule. The manufacturer specifies how often to service or replace an auto part. Keep in mind, we work on all American and imported vehicles (either diesel or gas engines). Our highly skilled auto mechanics possess the extensive knowledge and experience necessary to provide this service.
Hoses
Hoses play a critical role in transferring coolant and antifreeze throughout the engine's cooling system, including the radiator. Sooner or later, your vehicle's hoses will become dry and develop cracks.
Not only should you replace the hoses with top-quality replacements, but you should also entrust this work to experts. Our mechanics will perform a comprehensive inspection of your car's hoses, replace any worn hoses, and fine-tune the newly installed ones.
Oil and Filter
To keep running smoothly, your car highly relies on oil, and oil filters. Oil provides lubrication, cooling, and cleaning the internal engine components. With time, motor oil becomes contaminated. your car needs an oil and filter change every five months or 5,000 miles. When it is time for an oil, or filter change, take your vehicle to one of Progressive Automotive & Tire's two convenient locations in Stafford and Fredericksburg.
Our basic auto maintenance services include:
Belts
A fan belt, also known as a drive belt, is the belt connecting your car's engine to the front mounted accessories. The belt rotates the alternator, AC compressor, and other accessories. Sooner or later, your vehicle's fan belts will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Progressive Automotive & Tire for all your vehicle's repair needs.
You not only have to get the belts replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the belts replaced by auto cooling and heating experts - and get your car driving right - visit Progressive Automotive & Tire today. The mechanics at Progressive Automotive & Tire will thoroughly inspect your car's belts; replace all worn belts; and adjust the installed belts.
Check Engine Light
No one likes to see their car's "Check Engine" light come on. The light could mean a costly problem, like a bad catalytic converter, or it could be something minor, like a loose gas cap. At Progressive Automotive & Tire, we diagnose the problem for you. Give our Stafford location a call at 540-659-5600, reach our Fredericksburg location at 540-654-5383, or stop by one of the shops for our expert assistance.
Diesel
Although diesel engines don't require tune-ups and tend to last longer than gasoline engines, they do require regular maintenance. Typical maintenance tasks include:
- Changing the oil & filter
- Changing the air filter
- Changing the fuel filter
- Bleeding the fuel system
- Draining the water separators
- Refilling the urea injection system
You can count on the experts at Progressive Automotive & Tire to help your diesel engine last a long time.
Factory Recommended Service/Maintenance
Automotive and auto parts are accompanied by a factory-recommended service and maintenance schedule. The manufacturer specifies how often to service or replace an auto part. Keep in mind, we work on all American and imported vehicles (either diesel or gas engines). Our highly skilled auto mechanics possess the extensive knowledge and experience necessary to provide this service.
Hoses
Hoses play a critical role in transferring coolant and antifreeze throughout the engine's cooling system, including the radiator. Sooner or later, your vehicle's hoses will become dry and develop cracks.
Not only should you replace the hoses with top-quality replacements, but you should also entrust this work to experts. Our mechanics will perform a comprehensive inspection of your car's hoses, replace any worn hoses, and fine-tune the newly installed ones.
Oil and Filter
To keep running smoothly, your car highly relies on oil, and oil filters. Oil provides lubrication, cooling, and cleaning the internal engine components. With time, motor oil becomes contaminated. your car needs an oil and filter change every five months or 5,000 miles. When it is time for an oil, or filter change, take your vehicle to one of Progressive Automotive & Tire's two convenient locations in Stafford and Fredericksburg.
FAQs About Automobile Squeaks, Squeals and Rattles
Why is my car making a squealing noise?
It may be a slipping fan belt. Listen for a few warning signs such as a squeaking or chirping noise. Those noises are usually caused by misalignment of the belt and the pulley. If you come by Progressive Automotive & Tire in Stafford our professional auto repair technicians can realign it to stop the noise and fix it before your fan belt completely breaks.
Why does my car make a noise when I turn the steering wheel?
If your car makes strange sounds or clicks when you turn the steering wheel the most common cause is a low steering fluid. Over time the steering fluid decreases and air enters the steering mechanism causing unwanted noises. Come to Progressive Automotive & Tire to top off your fluid reservoir with power steering fluid. The noises should start to go away immediately. If the sound returns quickly your car could be leaking steering fluid. Our professionals in Stafford can help you diagnose and repair leaks quickly and affordably.
Why does my car squeal when I start it in the morning?
A worn out cambelt (also known as a timing belt) will create a loud noise when you start your car's engine. The noise could range from squealing to hissing or rumbling. This is the sound of a cambelt that is about to break. If a cambelt breaks it can ruin your car's engine. Come to Progressive Automotive & Tire and get it replaced right away.
Leaking Fluid FAQs
Why is water leaking on my foot on the driver's side?
The most common cause is a blocked air conditioning drain hose. This is a simple repair at Progressive Automotive & Tire. There are other possible causes of water dripping on your foot on the driver's side of the car including a broken door seal or leaking heat exchanger.
What should I do if my car creates a small oil leak on my driveway?
If the spill is still wet, cover the stain with clay cat litter, sand, cornmeal, cornstarch or baking soda. This will help absorb the oil before it soaks into the cement. Once the spill has dried, sweep up the absorbent material. Then, wash away the remaining stain with water and soap. A small oil leak on your driveway is an indication that something is wrong with your car. Bring your car to Progressive Automotive & Tire to get the problem diagnosed. Do not ignore an oil leak as it can seriously affect your car's engine.
Why is my car leaking a sweet-smelling fluid?
If there is a sweet-smelling fluid leaking from your car, the most likely culprit is leaking coolant or antifreeze. A coolant leak can become a serious problem. If your vehicle gets too low on coolant or antifreeze, it will overheat and may cause engine damage.
To learn more about our Car & Truck Care services, call us at 540-659-5600 or request a quote by clicking below:
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Billy and Marcy have been servicing our vehicles for years. I'm 35 and we started going there before I could drive. This is an honest shop that has never done us wrong. Pricing is as affordable as auto repair can be for a stand alone shop with outstanding customer service. Do not hesitate to use these folks to guide you through any auto repair.
William N.
As always, my experience was 100% satisfying. The same work was done that the dealer wanted THREE TIMES the amount to do, and I know from years of experience with Progressive Automotive that the work was done right. My go-to auto shop for everything I need. Thanks folks.
Ted P.
Progressive Automotive is consistently, friendly, professional, and helpful. I appreciate that they are honest and can be trusted to do what needs to be done, without tacking on additional unneeded repairs. I go to them because they are a trustworthy business.
Sabin M.
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David Lower
Honest hard working group! Thought I needed a brake job but just needed cleaning and adjustment on rear drum brakes. Easy to work with!