Automotive News & Information - GC Automotive & Performance

It’s no secret, commercial truck tires are expensive. The good news is, if one of your tires is experiencing issues, GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ has you covered. We want to make sure your fleet stays fully operational and you on the road! Here are some things to keep your eye on when it comes to your tires and tips to keep your tires lasting.

You trust your diesel to get you to point A to point B every time you get into your truck. However in return, if your truck starts to act differently take the time to pause and listen to what your truck is trying to tell you. Issues can be as small as a thermostat going out, which if fixed now could reduce a more expensive repair down the road! The thermostat in your truck is a small, simple, and critical component. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, thermostat replacements are just one of many repairs we tackle.

“Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

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Coolant leaks can be a pain - they’re elusive and have a lot of damage potential. Fortunately, at GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, our technicians know exactly how to diagnose and repair a coolant leak, no matter where it is. Knowing more about where these coolant leaks appear and why they're a problem will help you to recognize a problem and get it repaired before it does further damage.

Most commercial diesel engines these days are turbocharged. Turbos dramatically increase power and efficiency, particularly on diesel engines, which makes them a must-have item on engines that rely heavily on both. However, sometimes issues arise in turbo systems; at GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we can fix that.

We’ve all been there: You start your car in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. You hear an unusual noise coming from your car, and it sounds bad. How do you know if it's something you should bring in to us here at GC Automotive & Performance to get looked at?

GC Automotive & Performance is the leader in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ for the selection and service in your tires. Our GC Automotive & Performance auto shop staff will take the time to educate you on what tire to look for to suit your needs.

It’s easier than ever to keep your fleet running smoothly for thousands of miles. If a vehicle has less than 50,000 miles on it today, chances are it still has 75 percent of its driving life ahead of it. That’s good news if you’re a company managing a fleet of vehicles. It wasn’t that long ago that hitting the 100,000-mile mark on the odometer was a major milestone. Today, vehicles are built to last. With the proper maintenance and attention, there’s no reason you shouldn’t expect to see that 50,000-mile reading on the odometer one day roll right past 200,000 and keep ongoing. Here at GC Automotive & Performance, we're going to give you some tips on how to make that happen!