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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.

There are seven liquids a car can possibly drip: oil, gas, brake fluid, transmission fluid, gear oil, water, and coolant. How do you tell the difference? This article aims to help your know-how.

Whatever type of truck you run in your fleet, they all have a driveshaft that connects the transmission to the differential, transferring power to the wheels. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we specialize in diesel truck and fleet vehicle maintenance and repair, including precision driveshaft care.

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we know that fuel contamination is one of the priciest and most problematic issues that may plague a diesel engine. There are a variety of issues that cause contamination in fuel. Knowing these issues will help drivers become aware of fuel contamination and hopefully prevent these issues.

By now, the numbers are clear; seat belts save lives. But just wearing one isn’t enough - it needs to be working properly to actually keep you safe. Here’s what you need to know about the seat belts in your car, truck, or SUV, from GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ.

If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Our highly trained technicians at GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ can recommend your best options. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost effective as possible.

You may have heard the term CV axle before in reference to your car but aren’t entirely sure what it means. Here’s your answer, from GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, as well as a guide to determining if yours need replacement.

On average, today’s vehicles get better gas mileage than ever. There are still ways to get the most out of the fuel that you put into your tank. Here are the factors that affect gas mileage, and what you can do to maximize yours, from GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ.

Vacuum pressure plays a critical role in keeping your engine running smooth, and performing it’s best. From GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, here’s some info on vacuum pressure, why you need it, and how to tell if you’ve got a vacuum leak.