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Transmission Problems Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors that are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, NC, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.Worn/Burnt Clut...

***911 System Update​​​ – 6/14/24 11:30 a.m.***

On Friday, June 14, 2024, a brief statewide 911 system outage occurred. At this time (1130), Mooresville first responders ARE receiving 911 calls and services are uninterrupted.

Should individuals experience any further issues with 911 calls being completed, callers are advised to utilize the below contact numbers:

Mooresville Fire-Rescue – 704-664-1338
Mooresville Police Department – 704-664-3311

Honoring Our Fathers This Weekend We would like to take this opportunity to say Happy Fathers' Day to all of the wonderful fathers out there. Our team here at Bowles Automotive understands how integral fathers are in the lives of their children, so we want to show our apprecia...

The Basics of Your Transmission The hydraulic system in your transmission is responsible for telling the mechanical components what to do, and when to do it. In order to better understand how your transmission works, it’s important to understand the mechanical components o...

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Trouble Shifting? You May Need Fluid/Gear Oil! Manual transmissions require far less maintenance than automatics. However, that doesn’t mean it doesn’t need a fluid check from time to time. Here’s what you should know about checking and adding fluid to your manual transmissio...

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The Hardest Working Parts On Your Diesel Truck The differentials on your Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge diesel pickup are some of the hardest working components on your truck. At Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, NC, our technicians are experts in maintaining, repairing, and replacing differentials...

Honoring Our Heroes This Memorial Day We just want to take some time to honor and recognize those who have stood for us in the past as well as their families who have stood behind them. At Bowles Automotive in Mooresville we commemorate the bravery of those who have fought for our fre...

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What Causes Transmission Failure? At Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, our priority is keeping your transmission shifting smooth and running strong for years to come. While proper maintenance, driving habits, and a myriad of other conditions affect the life and reliability of a tr...

What Does The “Tow” Button On Your Truck Do? At Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, we know an important part of your ability to care for your transmission lies in your knowledge about how it works. Here is some information on the tow button, if your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with one....

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Does Your Transmission Need an Adjustment? For the most part, automatic transmissions are exactly that; automatic. However, there are a couple of components that require adjustment from time to time, to keep your transmission shifting like it should. At Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, ou...

On this day in 1940, the 1st McDonald's opened! 84 years! Do you remember your first visit?

How Often Should you Change the Gear Oil? You know how often to change your engine oil; but what about the gear oil in your standard shift transmission? Here’s a short guide, from Bowles Automotive in Mooresville.  Unless you’re lucky enough to own a car with a transmissi...

Your Top Transmission Specialists At Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, we understand the importance of proper transmission maintenance. Commercial trucks are heavy, and they rack in a lot of miles. With this combination, it’s essential the transmissions in your trucks are al...

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Avoid Transmission Failure At Bowles Automotive in Mooresville, NC, we know that hearing you need a new transmission is a dreaded affair. Here’s some advice from the transmission experts on how to prevent that day from coming....

Bowles would like to share a special moment for our Moms. Tomorrow (Friday 5/10), the 1st 20 "Mom's" to visit the shop, will receive a special little show of appreciation. Our let's see your Mom's ... give a shout out here!

When does a transmission need to be repaired? Whether you’ve never had any trouble out of your transmission, or you are all too familiar with transmission issues, you may wonder how often a transmission requires repair. In truth, it really just depends. There are hundreds of different t...