Automotive Industry News & Information - A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service

If you own or operate a fleet or commercial truck, you’re probably pretty familiar with diesel vehicles. But why are diesel engines predominantly used in commercial vehicles, and where did they start?

Is your engine knocking or ticking? Here’s some information on engine noises, what they mean, and what to do about it, from A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL.

Whenever your engine starts making a noise it shouldn’t be making, it’s always a cause for concern. If you’re hearing a rhythmic ticking or knocking sound, definitely have it checked into immediately. Here are some causes of engine ticks and knocks, and what to do about them.

Automatic transmissions aren’t well understood outside of specialists like our technicians here at A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL. While it would be impossible to teach you enough to make you a transmission expert in a quick article, what we can do is give you the fundamental knowledge you need to have a good idea of what your transmission is doing and how it works. Being able to understand how your transmission works will help you identify any problems that may arise to prevent further wear and tear on your vehicle.

At A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL we know that your commercial vehicles are a vital part of your business. These vehicles are often more susceptible to damage as well. In order to preserve the life of these vehicles, it's important to get your fleet or commercial vehicles properly maintained.

Turbocharger for Nissan Juke 1.6L Engine

At A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, we are proud to partner with Jasper Engines and Transmissions as we are always looking for ways to provide our drivers with only the highest quality of service and products. JASPER recently announced the availability of a turbocharger for the 2011-2017 Nissan Juke that is equipped with a 1.6L engine.

Now that you’ve got an idea of the components that make up a diesel system, and what they do, understanding how the system works in a more cohesive way isn’t difficult. At A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine we understand what’s going on in your fuel system while your diesel engine is running.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

Fleet vehicles see a lot of wear and tear and need to be well taken care of if you expect them to last. For the best care, you need to choose technicians that are quick, efficient, know how to read the diagnostics and treat the issues. Our team at A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL has the experience and training necessary to diagnose and repair any issues that your fleet might be facing.