Automotive News & Information - GC Automotive & Performance

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you know how quickly miles rack up and oil changes are needed. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, our main goal is to keep your trucks on the road - a huge part of that is changing your oil on time.

Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, there will come a day when it’s time to ask the question - has the time come to get a new truck? GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ is here to help you decide.

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Maintaining your car doesn't have to be a hassle, just bring it to our team here at GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township. We can take care of all the dirty work. However, it's important to know when you should get proper maintenance. Here are some quick tips and advice on the basics of car maintenance!

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, we understand how vital solid battery power is to a truck driver. A dead or weak battery isn’t a big deal in a passenger vehicle; in a commercial truck, missed deadlines, incomplete jobs, insufficient equipment, and inconvenient situations are all consequences of a less than adequate battery.

If you drive a vehicle with more than a few miles on it, there’s a good chance you’ve noticed an occasional drip underneath it that leaves spots wherever you park. Identifying what is leaking from your car will help you determine whether or not it’s a cause for concern, and what to do about it.

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we are here to maintain and repair your vehicle. We’re also here to help you keep your car, truck, or SUV in good shape and running strong. “Bad gas” is often cited as the cause for a variety of issues - but what does that mean, and what can you do?

Coolant is vital to your engine. Without the right type, amount, and proper circulation of coolant, your engine won’t last long. How do you know when it’s time to check it or replace it? GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ has the answers.

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we understand that you can’t prevent malfunctions all the time, every time. At some point in your driving history, you’ve probably dealt with a flat tire. Sometimes a tire goes flat in a parking lot, but sometimes a tire can fail while driving. Here are some indicators you have a tire that is about to fail, and how to handle the situation.