Automotive Industry News & Information - GC Automotive & Performance

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, we see a lot of dirty filters. Oil filters typically get replaced with each oil change, but air, fuel, and cabin filters last a long time. As such, they are often neglected until well after they’ve run their course. Here’s why you should care:

If you drive a Dodge, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, you know the amount of hard work your truck puts in. You may also be aware that diesels run a little dirtier than your average gas burner. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, our goal is to keep your Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke truck on the road for many miles to come. A huge part of that is keeping your oil maintained.

Windshield wipers are one of those things that you never think about until you need them. From GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, here’s a reminder to keep yours in good shape, so you’re ready when weather strikes.

Your drive belts are simple but integral components to the function of your car, truck, or SUV. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, belts are one of the first things we assess when looking over a vehicle, as they alone are in charge of operating your AC, water pump, alternator, and power steering.

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, we understand that your exhaust system is an essential aspect of your vehicle’s ride quality and performance. Our technicians are professionals in exhaust system replacement and repair, ensuring your car, truck, or SUV sounds great and keeps running smoothly.

Your Dodge, Ford, or Chevy diesel pickup will rarely quit on you all of a sudden, with no warning. Chances are, your truck has been trying to tell you there’s an issue for a while - here’s what to watch out for, from GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ.

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Whether we’re talking about your engine, transmission, differential, suspension, or otherwise, correct specifications are necessary to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliable, drivable, and running smoothly. From our team here at GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, here’s what you need to know.

A good technician will give your car a quick inspection whenever you have maintenance performed. Fluid levels, tire condition, dashboard lights, and a variety of other items typically are briefly explored whenever you bring your vehicle in for maintenance. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, we're good at noticing things that need repair, but the fact of the matter is that only you know your car. You know when your car feels off when its been serviced last (or that it hasn't been serviced at all,) and have at least some vague idea of what’s going on with your vehicle day to day. Here are some questions you can ask us next time you come by the shop;