ATSG - Automatic Transmission Service Group
Benchmark Transmission has a great appreciation for our membership with ATSG, the Automatic Transmission Service Group. As a member of the ATSG, our customers in the greater Newark ~ Middletown ~ New Castle area can rest assured that our automatic transmission repair shop is dedicated to providing nothing less than quality a complete range of repair services from a team of specialists that are connected to a nationwide network of resources about the repair and service of automatic transmissions. Each technician on our team has access to ATSG technical support resources, including the ATSG telephone hotline, technical bulletins, and seminars.The ATSG telephone hotline gives our technicians access to 10 full-time industry leading automatic transmission repair specialists who are ready to share their expertise on a wide range of vehicles ranging from the 1940's to today's most advanced automotive.
Technical Bulletins are another great benefit of being an ATSG member. Our membership gives us ongoing access to technical bulletins that keep our technicians up to date on part changes, updates, and how to fix common problems with automatic transmissions, and the latest automatic transmission diagnostic equipment.
ATSG seminars are another great benefit for Benchmark Transmission being an ATSG member. Every year ATSG develops new seminars that our staff attends to keep them up to date with the latest information in addition to current fixes on the most common of transmission repairs.
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2101 Ogletown Rd, Newark DE
302 368 4900 Schedule Estimates Map
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128 Patriot Dr. Ste. 1, Middletown DE
302 376 6510 Schedule Estimates Map
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1 Merit Dr., New Castle DE
302 999 9400 Schedule Estimates Map
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2610 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont DE
302 792 2300 Schedule Estimates Map
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Testimonials
We are very grateful for all the extra time and effort your company put into the job.
Joanni Carter
Aston Pennsylvania
Joanni Carter of Aston Pennsylvania
"Just wanted to thank you and your employees at Benchmark Transmission for a your hard work and patience that it took to fix the transmission in our Volkswagen Eurovan. We know that transmission repairs are what you do, but Benchmark Transmission were the only company that we could find that was willing to take on the job! We are very grateful for all the extra time and effort your company put into the job."
I will be sure to recommend Benchmark Transmission to anyone I know seeking transmission service in Delaware!
Sherri Meeks-Graham
Wilmington Delaware
Sherri Meeks-Graham of Wilmington Delaware
"I wanted to follow-up to the reconditioning of my transmission you did in early April of this year at Benchmark Transmission Newark Delaware. it has been a month since I picked up my vehicle post the repair and things are running smoothly. It is a comfort to know that driving my Honda CRV, with the transmission work you have done and the excellent way you've taken care of me and my vehicle,it will continue to ride well for a long time to come. I appreciate your extending the initial warranty another year, since there was a problem with the bearing in the transmission last month. Though there was a problem with the transmission malfunctioning, your customer service has always been excellent! I will be sure to recommend Benchmark Transmission to anyone I know seeking transmission service in Delaware! "
Mr. Dante Principe Jr.,Two weeks ago, I took my 98 VW Golf to the Smith VW dealer for a non-transmission related problem. Upon completion of that work, the dealer told me that my 2nd gear on my Automatic Transmission was sticking and that I needed a new transmission. I told them I did not want them to do that type of work on my car. I decided to get it checked out by an expert at Benchmark Transmission before I did any damage
Wilbur Rivera
Newark Delaware
Wilbur Rivera of Newark Delaware
"Mr. Dante Principe Jr.,Two weeks ago, I took my 98 VW Golf to the Smith VW dealer for a non-transmission related problem. Upon completion of that work, the dealer told me that my 2nd gear on my Automatic Transmission was sticking and that I needed a new transmission. I told them I did not want them to do that type of work on my car. I decided to get it checked out by an expert at Benchmark Transmission before I did any damage.I looked in the Yellow Pages and decided to call your office and get an estimate. You told me that I should bring the car in and allow you check it out at "no charge". You mentioned it could be something simple which would greatly reduce the repair cost. Last week I Brought my car in to your shop in Newark Delaware. You checked the car and found out the programming on the throttle body and the transmission where not responding. I think you relearned these components and you fixed my car. When you called me, you told me that there was no charge for the work you did to my car. As I drove my car home and felt how smoothly the transmission shifted from gear to gear: I immediately started to "thank god" for taking my car to your shop and dealing with you. As I write this note to you, I realized how rare it is to find people like you that are willing to help people in trouble without taking advantage of them and/or expecting anything in return.Sincerely yoursWilber Rivera"
have had nothing but the best service from Joe at Benchmark. I heard about them from a friend (the best kind of referral) and I was not disappointed. I had my car fixed at Benchmark a few years ago and it has been going strong ever since
Jean O'Malley
Bear Delaware
Jean O'Malley of Bear Delaware
"I have had nothing but the best service from Joe at Benchmark. I heard about them from a friend (the best kind of referral) and I was not disappointed. I had my car fixed at Benchmark a few years ago and it has been going strong ever since. When the transmission on my husband's truck started to go there was no question where we would take it. Joe is professional and knowledgeable. "
Honest/Ethical Business!! I recently took my vehicle (Toyota Rav4) to Benchmark in Middletown, DE regarding a thumping I was experiencing in the auto transmission when changing gears. Not only did they check the vehicle free of charge, but they identified a recall on the year model I own (2003). The manager Mitch contacted me and told me the good news and said the service manager at Toyota was waiting for my call to schedule
Bruce Clayton
Middletown Delaware
Bruce Clayton of Middletown Delaware
"Honest/Ethical Business!! I recently took my vehicle (Toyota Rav4) to Benchmark in Middletown, DE regarding a thumping I was experiencing in the auto transmission when changing gears. Not only did they check the vehicle free of charge, but they identified a recall on the year model I own (2003). The manager Mitch contacted me and told me the good news and said the service manager at Toyota was waiting for my call to schedule an appointment. Today I picked my car up from Toyota with not a dime spent out of pocket. Mitch I honestly can not thank you and your staff enough. You are true professionals in the automotive world!! Big Thanks!!"
We brought our 33' RV to Newcastle for transmission repair and an engine tune-up in June. We then drove it to Maine, about 600 miles or so, from Maryland and back. We never had one problem!! Our gas mileage improved, shifting was much better, and we couldn't be happier.
Charles Baynard
Henderson Maryland
Charles Baynard of Henderson Maryland
"To the Principe boys: We brought our 33' RV to Newcastle for transmission repair and an engine tune-up in June. We then drove it to Maine, about 600 miles or so, from Maryland and back. We never had one problem!! Our gas mileage improved, shifting was much better, and we couldn't be happier. You guys are the greatest. We will recommend you to our friends and, if we need any work done, we'll be back!! Thanks so much for your friendly and professional service. Helen and Charles B."
I would like to extend my thanks to Rich and Don for quickly diagnosing my daughters Toyota problem. It was more severe than any of us expected. Your shop was right up front with me on my options since we are so far away. They kept our vehicle save and secure for over a week and never asked
Michael Boughton
Trenton New Jersey
Michael Boughton of Trenton New Jersey
"I would like to extend my thanks to Rich and Don for quickly diagnosing my daughters Toyota problem. It was more severe than any of us expected. Your shop was right up front with me on my options since we are so far away. They kept our vehicle save and secure for over a week and never asked for anything in return. To the entire staff in Middletown - THANK YOU."
As a mechanic I am confident coming to your business.
Stan Kaminski
Newark Delaware
Stan Kaminski of Newark Delaware
"I just wanted to say thanks for fixing all my transmission problems over the many years I have used your shop. Whether its was front wheel drive in my wife's 1999 Buick or my rear wheel drive 1968 Pontiac Le Mans, you always came through. You guys are always thorough and the work was done right. Tell your crew I appreciate their good work. As a mechanic I am confident coming to your business. I recommend it to my friends should their vehicles need servicing. Keep up the good work."
I truly appreciate the professional manner and service that you and your technicians exhibited.
Charles Miller
Exton Pennsylvania
Charles Miller of Exton Pennsylvania
"You and your service team did an automatic transmission repair on my 2005 Nissan Armada in February 2010 and I wanted to send you a personal email thanking you for a job well-done. I truly appreciate the professional manner and service that you and your technicians exhibited. I just arrived home today from a 1500 mile trip to the Carolinas and the car ran great. Thanks for the great service. If I ever find the need for transmission service I will give your shop a call. Thank you. "
You have earned our trust not only in your integrity but in your knowledge of transmissions
Laurie Hall
Jersey City New Jersey
Laurie Hall of Jersey City New Jersey
"In the 3 years since we bought our son's '99 Mustang it has had repeated transmission and clutch problems. The car is now in DE with our son who is a student there. When the Mustang recently began showing signs of yet more problems with the transmission/clutch we weren't sure where to turn. Should we have the car towed home to our mechanic in NJ or trust a total stranger in DE to diagnose and fix the problem? If we did the latter, would we get fleeced? Looking for advice we called AAA. They recommended Benchmark Transmission. My son immediately drove his car over to Benchmark. Dante and Rich checked the car over, spoke multiple times with me on the phone about their findings, and ultimately suggested that they try some simple and inexpensive adjustments to see if those might solve the problem. They did. My son picked the car up 24 hours after dropping it off and says it shifts perfectly now. Because the labor involved was not extensive Dante even refused to accept payment for his work/time. Thank you, Dante and Rich, for your honesty, for not suggesting that the only course of action was to pull the transmission and search for the root of the recurrent problem. You have earned our trust not only in your integrity but in your knowledge of transmissions as well. Rest assured that if we should need transmission work in the future, we will trust you to do it. "
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