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

At R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro, we believe it’s important for you to know how different systems in your car, truck, or SUV operate. Whether you want to know what to watch out for, or you’re just curious about how things work, we’re here to supply the answers.

When your commercial or fleet vehicles need maintenance or repair, we know it can be a hassle. We also know that you want it to stay fixed and stay on the road for as long as possible. At R.C. Bratcher, Inc, a huge aspect of our focus on quality is not only centered around the work we do but also the components we install.

Here at R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro, KY when your vehicle has a problem we know you want answers, and when it comes to information on pistons or engine building, most of our drivers know little about it. However, there’s some practical information regarding modern engine design that helps you better care for your vehicle, and keep it going strong. Here are some important aspects of modern piston design, and what it means for you that we felt might come in handy.

Keeping up with oil changes is one of the most important aspects of keeping your engine in good shape. However, you've probably noticed that the price of oil changes can vary pretty dramatically depending on what you get, and the oil all looks the same. Here's a breakdown of the difference between synthetic and conventional oil, from R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro, KY.

Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro, KY.

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 R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro.

Has the day finally come to replace your engine? If your engine is tired, worn out, and problematic, we can help at R.C. Bratcher, Inc. First, let's take a look at remanufactured engines; what they are, what ‘remanufactured’ means and why they’re a great way to give your car a new life.

There are a lot of drivers on the road today with improperly adjusted rearview mirrors, contributing to unnecessary blind spots and potentially hazardous driving conditions. At R.C. Bratcher, Inc in Owensboro, we place a lot of value on efficiency; here’s how to get the most out of your mirrors.