Automotive Industry News & Information - GC Automotive & Performance

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.

If you own a rear-wheel-drive car, truck, or SUV then your vehicle is equipped with a differential. Like any other component on your car, maintaining your differential is an important aspect of keeping your vehicle reliably on the road. From GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, here’s what you need to know.

Your turbocharger will work in essentially the same way, whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel pickup. While there are differences in designs and applications, turbos haven’t changed all that much over the past century. Now that you know what one is made of, we’ll look at how it works.

If you’ve owned a vehicle long, particularly one with a few miles on it, you have probably encountered a peculiar smell that grabbed your attention. Scents that you encounter while driving (emanating from your vehicle, not the horse farm down the road) are indicators of your vehicle's health and often the first warning that something may be wrong. GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township has assembled this list to prepare for you for the next time you smell something odd, so you’ll know what’s going on next time you notice a funny smell.

Leaks and drips that get the interior of your vehicle wet are definitely an inconvenience. Sitting water promotes rust, bad smells, and can ruin your carpet. Furthermore, the water often seems to come from seemingly nowhere, adding to the frustration. From GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ, here are some of the leading causes of water on your floor, and what you can do about it.

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An engine overheating can cause irreparable damage - preventing that from happening is crucial to keeping your car, truck, or SUV on the road. Here’s a rundown on the causes of engine overheating, from GC Automotive & Performance in Jamesburg & Marlboro Township, NJ.