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

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 A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL, here are some of the leading causes of water on your floor, and what you can do about it.

Now that you know why your turbo is necessary, you’ll want to know what the turbocharger is made of. Turbos are intricate and precise components, but not actually all that complicated or difficult to understand. Here’s a rundown on the parts of a turbocharger, from A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL.

At A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL, we know that transmissions are witchcraft to most people. More often than not, if major damage has occurred, it’s a lot more time and cost-effective to just replace the entire unit and get a fresh start. Our trained technicians at A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service want to keep you informed so you are aware of what to look out for.

When a vehicle has trouble starting, many people initially blame the starter. What is the starter, and how do you know if yours has called it quits? At A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL, we want to keep you informed and telling you what to look for will prevent further damage when issues arise. The starter is essentially just an electric motor; a gear at the end of that electric motor engages the flywheel, which turns the engine over, allowing it to start. How do you know if yours is failing?

Whether you drive a Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke diesel truck, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with turbochargers. Over the past couple of decades, turbos have nearly become stock equipment on diesel pickups, and are becoming increasingly common on gas vehicles as well. But what are they, how do they work, and why are they there? A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL has the answers.

There are a few things that matter when mounting new tires on your truck or commercial vehicle. First, you want it done right. Second, you want it done fast. For both, A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL has you covered. We've been trained to do it right the first time and make sure you're satisfied.

Just because manual transmissions aren’t as common these days as they used to be, there are still many out there, and at A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL, our certified technicians know how to keep them running at their best.

There’s a good chance you don’t know much about pistons or engine building, which is why you rely on the technicians at A-Ford-Able Auto Repair & Tire Service in St Augustine, FL when your vehicle has a problem. However, there’s some practical information regarding modern engine design that helps you better care for your vehicle, and keep it going strong. Here are some important aspects of modern piston design, and what it means for you.