Dillsboro Automotive
18 JSD FARM RD SYLVA, NC 28779 | 828.586.1298

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The Problems with a Cream Puff (Dormant Vehicles)

You may own a vehicle that you only drive occasionally.  Maybe it is a summer day cruiser, an off-roader, or vacation hauler.  Here are some things you need to know about a vehicle that does...
Published on: Mar 29, 2026

Importance of Maintenance Schedules

Your vehicle isn't the only aspect of Sylva life with recommended intervals: you have dental cleanings, physical exams, laundry, mowing the lawn and paying the bills.What would happen if you didn't fo...
Published on: Feb 22, 2026

The Dillsboro Automotive Guide to Recommended Intervals

Most Sylva drivers are aware that manufacturers have service intervals for your car. The engineers that design our vehicles have tested the various systems and components to meet durability and safety...
Published on: Jan 04, 2026

Shocks and Struts

Let’s talk shocks and struts.  Shock absorbers and struts last a long time and wear out pretty slowly.  They’re easy to take for granted, but your shocks and struts do a very imp...
Published on: Oct 27, 2025

Emergency Shopping (Vehicle Emergency Items)

“Emergency Shopping" is not to be confused with a “Shopping Emergency.”  This one is encouraging you to go shopping for a few items that could help you out if you ever have an e...
Published on: Sep 21, 2025

Simple Answers from Dillsboro Automotive for Sylva: Cooling System

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My engine never overheats. Why should I get a cooling system service in Sylva?Dillsboro Automotive Answer:That's a really good question for Sylva drivers to ask, because ...
Published on: Aug 31, 2025

Supplemental Restraint System – Airbags

After they’ve had an accident, some people wonder why their airbags didn't go off. Movies and television lead us to believe that airbags go off with the slightest bump. The reality is much more ...
Published on: Aug 24, 2025

Alternator

Question My battery keeps going dead. I had it tested and it is fine - what could be the problem? Answer Well, your problem could be caused by several things.  Let's start with a likely suspec...
Published on: Jun 29, 2025