Automotive Industry News & Information - GC Automotive & Performance

Diesel trucks are known for their incredibly reliable engines. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, we know that the key to a reliable engine is good maintenance. In fleet trucks, the difference between a truck that lasts a million miles and a truck that needs new engine hinges on how well it has been maintained.

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Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, there will come a day when you have to ask the question - has the time come to get a new truck? Knowing when to throw in the towel or decide to keep the vehicle you have can be a difficult task. GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ is here to help you decide.

Manual transmissions have been around for a long time and if you have ever driven a manual you know how exciting they can be. Manual transmissions have also been referred to as standard transmissions, stick shifts, manual gearbox, or a simple gearbox. No matter what you call it, manual transmissions are fun to drive, better on fuel, reliable, and somewhat safer. So what do you know about manual transmissions; where did they come from, and how do they work? GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ knows, and now you will too.

At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, we work hard to be the maintenance and repair shop your fleet needs.

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the vehicle. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

Unless you are confident in your abilities as an automotive mechanic, there is really only one rule when purchasing a flood-damaged vehicle: don’t do it. Unfortunately, sometimes sellers aren’t particularly straight-forward with their used cars. Many will try to hide the fact that it’s been damaged by floodwaters at all or try to convince potential buyers that the car is in fact fine. “It has gone months with no issues” or “technically it is flood-damaged but” are two red flags, and while it isn’t impossible for a flood car to be fine, it’s altogether a good idea to stay away.

Oil changes are integral to the performance, longevity, and reliability of your diesel truck. At GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, our expert mechanics understand the importance of good quality oil, changed at correct intervals, in allowing you to get the most out of your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax diesel.

The most important part of your visit to any shop is making sure that your vehicle receives the best repair. While we uphold that standard, the team at GC Automotive & Performance will also go above and beyond to ensure that you get only the best customer service along with a competent repair.