Compare gearbox repair quotes from specialist garages in Small Heath

Small Heath is just outside Birmingham's Clean Air Zone, around three miles from the city centre, and is famously the home of the fictional Shelby family in the drama series Peaky Blinders. Coventry Road passes along the southern border of Small Heath; the A45 and A4540 are also nearby. Small Heath railway station is on Golden Hillock Road, and trains run on the North Warwickshire Line. National Express operates most buses in the area to destinations including Coventry and Solihull.

Urban driving in Small Heath may reduce fuel efficiency due to increased braking and accelerating, which also places greater strain on your engine. Slow-moving traffic reduces the airflow through your car's radiator, making the cooling system work harder, so you should check the coolant level regularly and top up as needed. Your brakes and suspension will also likely wear down quickly as you navigate busy roads with potholes. Since driving in Small Heath can be tough on your car, following a regular servicing schedule is even more important.

The gearbox's role is to change the speed of a vehicle. Due to the number of moving parts involved, gearbox problems are relatively common. Below are some signs to look out for and potential causes.

If your car slips out of gear, the gears are likely worn down. Low transmission fluid can cause your gearbox to be noisy in neutral, or your car may not go into gear at all. Checking the fluid level is simple, as we explain here.

When you notice your clutch dragging, this often happens when the flywheel and clutch fail to disengage. A burning smell may be due to the transmission fluid overheating. As soon as you notice these symptoms, contact a car gearbox specialist who can offer advice.

Manual gearboxes are usually easier to maintain because they are simpler; an automatic gearbox repair or semi-automatic gearbox repair requires more specialised skills, so it's essential to find the right transmission specialist.