Automotive News & Information - Joppa Transmission & Auto Service

Gauges are your first, and often only, line of defense in catching a major problem before it’s too late. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we know that sometimes a faulty gauge is overlooked when the truck is still running fine and there’s a busy day ahead. However, gauges are extremely important, and are typically easy to repair.

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the car. 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. Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we know that the difference between a vehicle that runs for 80,000 miles and a vehicle that makes it to 400,000 miles depends on one thing; maintenance. Here are a few tips to avoid some of the most notorious vehicle killers out there.

Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

Judging by the number of near-rear-endings we witness on our morning commutes, the typical attitude toward brake maintenance appears to be, “Brakes: Don’t let them stop you!” This puzzles us because monitoring your braking system’s health is one of the most straightforward aspects of car ownership. You do have to know what to look for, though, or rather, what to listen and feel for. So let us, uh, break it down for you. Here are the top three signs that your brakes need fixing.

Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from our team here at Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD.

Losing a belt on the road can turn a small problem into a big one instantly. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we know efficient and cost-effective operation begins with preventative maintenance.

At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, we understand that big trucks mean bigger risk on the road. Here are some tips to remember, to reduce the likelihood of an accident resulting in large repair costs next time you're on the job.