Your Ram, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup is a big truck. All that weight takes some strong stopping power and takes its toll on your brake pads - especially if you ever pull a trailer or carry heavy loads. Whenever you need a brake job, Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD has your back.

Like anything else on your vehicle, keeping various systems clean and in good shape is essential to long life and reliability. Your fuel system is especially important - parts are expensive, problems can be difficult to diagnose, and it doesn’t take much contamination to cause a huge issue. It’s much easier to keep your fuel system clean than it is to clean a dirty or problematic system. Performing regular fuel treatment can prove very beneficial to the life of your vehicle.

At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we know your Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup was designed for optimal power, torque, and towing and hauling ability, no matter what the job is. We also know that while getting up to speed in a timely fashion is important, your diesel pickup’s ability to stop is equally essential.

Obviously, your fuel delivery system is an extremely important aspect of the running condition of your truck. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, our expert team of mechanics can treat and clean your fuel delivery system, ensuring you get the most out of your fleet.

Coolant leaks can be a pain - they’re elusive and have a lot of damage potential. Fortunately, at Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, our technicians know exactly how to diagnose and repair a coolant leak, no matter where it is. Knowing more about where these coolant leaks appear and why they're a problem will help you to recognize a problem and get it repaired before it does further damage.

At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, our technicians have a wide variety of top of the line tools and equipment available to diagnose and repair your Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup. We utilize equipment at the forefront of technological innovation to best provide for the specific needs of your truck.

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?

On gas engines, the fuel delivery system is pretty simple - an electric pump draws gas from the tank, and pushes it to the injectors. Diesel systems are a little more complex. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we like to keep you informed about what’s on your truck, how it works, and how to maintain it, so you stay reliably on the road.

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years.  But how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD has the answers you need to become more in-tune with your diesel truck and engine. 

No matter what type of fleet vehicles or commercial trucks you maintain, the fuel system on your diesel is an integral part of keeping you on the road. Gas systems are pretty simple - there’s basically just a pump that pushes gasoline to the injectors. Diesels are a bit more complicated.

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 Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne we understand what’s going on in your fuel system while your diesel engine is running.

Good diesel technicians and shops that service diesel engines are hard to come by. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, diesels are our specialty. There are many reasons to have diesel truck maintenance performed by diesel specialists - here are just a few.

When it comes to installing new tires on your Dodge, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, you want it done right the first time. Our technicians have the equipment necessary to get you cruising smoothly down the road in no time.

There are a wide variety of tires available for your diesel truck, no matter what sort of pickup you drive. The climate, the terrain you drive on, and how you drive will determine which tire is best for you. Here’s a short list of common truck tire types.

At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we understand that no matter how well something is maintained, everything breaks eventually. Fortunately, our team of expert mechanics can repair just about anything, saving your business a lot of money in the process.

The engine in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.

Is your engine knocking or ticking? Here’s some information on engine noises, what they mean, and what to do about it, from Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD.

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.

We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetics. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.

The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to insure smooth, reliable operation. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, create a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

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 Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, 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.