Automotive News & Information - GC Automotive & Performance

Your car’s belts and hoses are essential to the cooling, air conditioning, and charging systems, and the engine. Here at GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, our team takes them seriously as we understand that ignoring the routine replacement intervals will result in a costly breakdown that could leave you stranded. There are so many components tied together with your belts & hoses that it isn't just a simple belt or hose requiring repairs when you allow things to progress to the stage where your car or truck has a breakdown due to a faulty belt or hose.

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.