Bove's Auto & Truck
1118 Ferguson St, Rockford, IL 61102 815.962.0412

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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: Jul 27, 2025

Simple Answers from Bove's Auto & Truck in Rockford: 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: Jan 12, 2025

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: Oct 06, 2022

Smooth Shifting In Rockford

{{ image('MzI0') }} If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that IL vehicles are getting more and more powerful and at the same time are getting better and better fuel economy . Much of that'...
Published on: Jun 24, 2022

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: Nov 15, 2021

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Bove's Auto & Truck

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 03, 2021

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: Mar 02, 2017

IL 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: Nov 14, 2015