Automotive News & Information - R.C. Bratcher, Inc

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How long have you been driving? Most people say since they were sixteen years old or even younger. Driving for that long will obviously improve anyone’s driving, but there will always be room for improvement. Whether that’s getting rid of distractions or simply changing how you drive, here are some tips that are sure to better your driving.

An article about routine maintenance probably doesn’t sound like the most riveting read, but at R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro, KY, proper maintenance is something we believe in wholeheartedly. Routine maintenance is the key to making a vehicle last for decades; if done correctly, your vehicle will stay reliable and enjoyable to drive, and you will save time and money in the process.

One of the most annoying sounds known to man is a loud squeal every time you start your car, truck, or SUV. What causes this, and what can you do to fix it? R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro, KY has the answer.

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Transmission malfunctions are sometimes hard to pin down and might even go unnoticed. A transmission slip can manifest itself in a lot of different ways because there’s not a universal or consistent way to describe it. Since it will vary based on the vehicle, how bad the issue is, and what components are at fault, here are some symptoms to look for in your vehicle.

If you drive a lightweight car, truck, or SUV, the torque converter you have installed is probably just fine. For those of you with more heavy-duty applications, like high horsepower setups or towing rigs, the stock converter may not be enough. At R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro, KY, we can help with that.

Only place we take our vehicles to. Friendly people, will work with you to get you in on your schedule, fair prices. Highly recommend. Honest about what is wrong with your vehicle. - Meredith (5 star review on Google)

They always do a great job and at reasonable prices. - Percy C. (5 star review on Google)

I arrived in Owensboro in '99, and I've been taking my vehicles to RC Bratcher's probably a year or so after I got here. They always do great work and not expensive. When they tell me when it'll be done it's always done. I really like them. He'll do good work for you and fix whatever you got. - Don E. (5 star review on Yelp)